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Old 12-31-02, 06:26 AM
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Default My l-tune shocks Squeak

Need help, my l-tune shocks squeak when turning left or right (when there is load), so the question is, can I lubricate it to stop the squeak?

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Old 12-31-02, 01:35 PM
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it depends. if the springs are not seated probably than lube them won't help
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Are you sure it is the shocks? If a shock squeaks it is usually because it has lost fluid and that means the shock is shot. When I installed the bilsteins, about a month later, my springs starting making a squeaking sound but it was definitely going over bumps. The installer said he could wrap the springs but before the time for the appointment came, the squeak went away and has not returned. I know how irritating it can be to have a squeak in a Lexus but it might be that the springs are not seated correctly and it could sort itself out on its own.
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Squeak or groan?? T/L sway bar bushings are known for drying out and producing a lower pitched groan as they load up and move slightly in the bushings...........
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I have one shock squeaking also, but is it covered under the L-Tuned 1 yr. warranty. Should be installed in the next week or so.

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Old 01-01-03, 04:56 AM
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I have new Bushings installed but no progress. I have to make sure if it’s from the shocks one more time.

Thanks for your swift replay
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