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Clunking sound

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Lgnd64, Apr 28, 2021.

  1. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:00 PM
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    Lgnd64

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    Hello
    I am new here. I have a 2019 Tacoma SR5 with only 14k miles. I am getting a clunking sound when move forward and reverse.
    Attached is the video

    Please help.
     
  2. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:02 PM
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    Taco_Coma

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  3. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:04 PM
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    Lt. Dangle

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    Brake pads shifting. Normal.
     
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  4. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:30 PM
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    VanGo3

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  5. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:42 PM
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    Just to be comfortable, I would check u-joints, all driveshaft connections and (may sound stupid) all lug nuts. Can't say I've ever attributed a sound like that to shifting brake pads/shoes.
     
  6. Apr 29, 2021 at 12:30 AM
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    Brake pad slap. It’s “Tacoma normal” my 18 does the same
     
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  7. Apr 29, 2021 at 12:33 AM
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    coolrunnings82

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    Mine does that too. No idea on cause.
     
  8. Apr 29, 2021 at 1:20 AM
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    As others have said, it is the brake pads shifting within the caliper. No idea why since no other vehicle I've ever owned does it, but it isn't going to hurt anything.
     
  9. Apr 29, 2021 at 6:08 AM
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    similar sound on mine when coming to a forward stop every once in a while. it sounds like its coming from the rear tho? I was going to mention it to the stealership when I go in for an oil change tomorrow
     
  10. May 1, 2021 at 2:24 PM
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    Lgnd64

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    Hi all
    Thanks for the replies. It ended up being the driver side Lower Control Arm. The bushings were bad. Got the whole Arm replaced. No sounds anymore
     
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  11. May 1, 2021 at 2:37 PM
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    Glad you were able to get it fixed. I'm chasing a very similar sound from your video. How much did it cost to replace the lower control arm if you don't mind me asking?
     
  12. May 1, 2021 at 2:39 PM
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    Part and Labor was 500 even
     
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  13. May 1, 2021 at 2:41 PM
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    Great, thanks! I'm assuming that was for a stock replacement arm?
     
  14. May 1, 2021 at 2:44 PM
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    Lgnd64

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    Yes stock replacement
     
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    Only aesthetic mods so far Leer 180 cap & Clazzio covers on order.
    Thanks for letting us know how it turned out.
    Not everyone does and it's good info to have if someone experiences the same or similar.
     
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  16. May 1, 2021 at 7:38 PM
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    It needs to be a forum rule.
     
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