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Old Sep 23, 2008 | 07:06 AM
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I have a 2006 is350 and everytime I drive my car, for the first 50 ft. or so, I notice settling/creaking noises that sounds like it is coming from the front suspension. It sounds like something is trying to seat properly, but it happens everytime and only for the first 50 ft. I thought it was the e-brake issue others were having, but it is not. Does anyone know what it could be? I have 28,000 miles.
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Old Sep 23, 2008 | 07:21 AM
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I get this, too. Everytime I start the car, turn the wheel to get out of my driveway and go for about 30ft. it'll make this sorta light but noticeable popping sound. After that it's fine til I start it again.
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Old Sep 23, 2008 | 07:25 AM
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yea..that is exactly it. I will have to tell the service guy when I bring my car in for the 30K. I just hope it will make the sound...sheesh.
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