All of it. The 10 percent figure you occasionally see is nonsense that a lot of people believe just because they've seen it so much.
Quick Answer. Some things that cause a vehicle's front end to make a clunking noise are worn ball joints, a damaged tie rod, broken or loose sway-bar links, hard or damaged shocks, and faulty shock mounts. An automotive professional can inspect the vehicle's front end to locate the source of the clunk. Continue Reading.
Thank Rocco. There are several reasons that may be causing a strong knocking sound from the driverâs side front wheel and this sound is likely attributed to an issue with the brakes, steering, and suspension. Struts/Strut Mounts - The suspension strut is attached to the vehicle by the strut mount.