Squeaking rear suspension in BMW X5 – what is the cause of the fault?
BMW driver question
In my car the rear suspension creaks loudly. What is the cause of such a fault?
The problem affected the BMW X5, but it can also happen in other models.
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Response from BM Cars service
The most common cause of creaking noises in the rear suspension on X5 and E39 models are worked out control arm bushings and brackets, the so-called “L-brackets”. The working out of these components can additionally manifest as rear suspension knocking and oversteer in the rear of the vehicle. Repairing the defect involves replacing the bushings and brackets.
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