How to diagnose a front end noise on a Honda CRV

[@vvnutzvv]

Why can’t all mechanics be this nice and thorough?? Awesome vid Jim

[@TheToronto78]

I don't understand why would you hit the dislike button for this amazing explanation video....I thank you jimthecarguy👍

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for your kind words and for watching.

[@kiwak5547]

Maybe is just jealousy ....great video by the way !!! Thank you for sharing...

[@djpeezee]

22 people are jerks.....great video by the way

[@RobinRK1962]

They were from Bedrock and didn't understand suspension

[@laserdirect]

I had this problem with my 2009 Honda CRV. The rattling was driving me nuts for months. This video was exactly what I needed to fix the problem. Many blessings to you jimthecarguy.

[@jimthecarguy]

Great. I'm happy to help.Don't forget subscribe and hit the bell for notifications of any new video . kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqjCg6SOrbZ8aNE

[@joubess]

That passenger side upper control arm bolt is a real beast to get to. It took me more time taking things apart to get to it than it did to replace the part. Same with install.

[@avalon1734]

Thanks Jim, I just bought that exact year and color CRV for my wife. I just bought the complete suspension kit from Moog and glad I found your video. The shop told her she needed EVERYTHING replaced in the front suspension but after finding your video the inspection process revealed upper ball joints. I am going to swap the upper arms and do the tie rods before alignment. Thank you very much.

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[@nikolaiarchie5958]

@Byron Kaiden glad I could help =)

[@djosbun]

I thoroughly enjoy Jimmy’s videos! I perform all my own work as well as for others but I always watch Jimmy’s videos to pick up any little tips to make repairs go smoothly. Thank you, Jimmy! Keep up the great work!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching. If you need any advice let me know.

[@gulfmarine8857]

@@jimthecarguy I'll definitely hit u up when it's time for working in that crowded ass engine compartment!

[@mortonfamilia2814]

I appreciate your detailed explanation! As a mechanically inclined, non-mechanic, I think I can now successfully complete the work on a 2000 CRV.

[@jimthecarguy]

Morton Familia Good luck.If you need any info let me know.

[@mortonfamilia2814]

jimthecarguy As always, I anticipate some hiccup with repair jobs. Any advice on removing the airbox? There's a bolt/rubber securing it and it's unclear how I remove it.

[@mortonfamilia2814]

Morton Familia lol. Disregard. Just needed to pull it off. Thx.

[@kevinromero9402]

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[@randyfitz8310]

Jim- You are a kind gentleman to give the explanations and demonstrate the procedures; thank you very much!

[@jimthecarguy]

Randy Fitz I'm happy to help

[@chrisgee4015]

Sweet I got a 99 crv I just bought I think it's the sway bar bushing that make a noise that's what my friend told me it was but after watching this video I'm gonna check all the possible problems as shown in this video ! Thank you I just subscribed to your channel

[@dannyarmstrong8211]

Too bad you weren't in AZ I would make you my car guy. Nice work. You can tell you are good, knowledgeable and thorough.

[@jimthecarguy]

+Danny Armstrong Thank you for your kind words and your feedback.

[@justinedownloader]

Hi jimthecarguy, I like your video, very educational but I have a tip for you, don't tighten the bushing screw yet until you lowered the wheels because it will damage the bushing as force will apply when you put the wheel down.

[@GoodoldCT90]

Hi Jim; New Upper ball arm,need to loosen two bolts up, put weight of car on arm and then tighten up. Previous squeaky bushings. I did the same as you did on my Accord. Like your videos.

[@GaryWold]

I looks light you tightened down the UCA to the body before you finished and put the car on the ground and settled it's ride height. You may have premature bushing failure as a result. I would loosen the two UCA pivot bolts, jounce the front end really well and then re-torque.

[@stevelozano9523]

I noticed that too. Tightening of those UCA bolts are to be tightened after vehicle is down and suspension is settled.

[@gulfmarine8857]

I just did this job on my 99 today. Thanks Jimthecarguy. Yeah, you have to r&r the batt pan too🤨

[@michaelsheppard6714]

Awesome demonstration Jim

[@earnyourimmortality]

@8:22 Summary list of possible front end noise issues. Nice!!!

[@SmilingAJ]

Great explanation and demonstration.

[@josemariovargas7747]

You with your videos are saving me some money, you make it look so easi. Thank a lot.

[@jimthecarguy]

+Jose Mario Vargas Thank you for watching and your feedback

[@netaipaul2964]

It is really Awesome. I can't believe such an excellent work and very polite presentation. Thanks Jim

[@HenrySmith-b4j]

Great video i have learned a lot i'll be watching more of your videos for more tips for sure Thank you Jim

[@zedacruja681]

i have 2016 honda CRV SE,and i am Learning when i need to do it i am ready too,,,Thank You,Mine only have 59.000 KMS,,let hope its longe time to go for the problems arrived,did a good demo....thx again,the problems for me i got to do everything down i do not have a jack like you have.

[@smokinblue151]

Thank you very helpful 👍

[@lovelyone98]

I like the way you explained everything. Thank you

[@caseyjones298]

thanks for taking the time to make this video. it is appreciated.

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Caractacus969]

Well done. Very professional without any fluff which I find quite annoying on these kind of youtubes. I recently bought a 2003 crv that makes a kind of light pop sound when driving at very low speed (1-5mph) over small bumps. During normal driving there are no suspension sounds. Any ideas?

[@jimthecarguy]

+Kelly Brown If the noise is in the front the first thing I would check and the most common is the sway bar links.Check my play list for how to check and replace them.If you need ant advice let me know.

[@germainalarie9141]

Great video, My 2010 Honda crv front vibration at the steering wheel at around 60 to 70 kilometers a hours good my shop mechanic to check it out did not find the problem. Only 147568 kilometer on the vehicle .

[@petergolden5715]

What a true pro and great tutor. Thank you Jim!!!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for stopping by. I'm happy to help.

[@hawong00168]

Thank you for the video. I’m new to car repairs and this was great to learn from.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@hedionda71]

Very informative. I like that you covered the most commonly worn parts. Would like to have seen the upper arm tightened in its normal ride height position to prevent premature wear on the new bushings.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching and your input

[@WBBClips]

Does this mean you should lower the vehicle before before tightening the upper arm bolts?

[@MrOziwizi]

Thanks for the video. 👍👍 BTW, can I ask a question with regards to another problem my car is having? My Honda CRV 2001 give squeaking noise when I start the engine and no noise after that. appreciates your advise.

[@jimthecarguy]

Check the drive belts. They maybe cracked or just a little loose

[@MrOziwizi]

@@jimthecarguy Thanks Jim, would appreciate if you can please post a picture of the drive belts. Thanks again.

[@MrOziwizi]

@@jimthecarguy BTW, the squeaking noise started just after my car has a timing belt and water pump replaced by a mechanic, hope this helps with your diagnostic?

[@tg.amirtg.ruzaimi1795]

Yeah mine too, the sound goes away after almost 1 minute starting the engine.

[@sandeepkundra7070]

Thanks for a great video. Not sure I have all the tools to tackle the job, but knowing what needs to be done is helpful.

[@jimthecarguy]

+Sandeep Kundra I'm happy to help.Let me know how you do

[@bobmeoff1137]

Very excellent presentation!!! Top notch.

[@tomkathylindstrom7047]

Thumbs up! Looks like I can do this on my driveway. I've got two of these CRVs making the clunks.

[@bernardkinsky1637]

Check out the 4 mounting especially the stabilizer mounting. My engine mounting is filled with a liquid and that leaked out .

[@mattnork]

Wow, great video. This is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks a bunch buddy.

[@jimthecarguy]

Matthew Nork I'm happy to help

[@justopena5406]

Great video. I was able to complete the same job you did on this video, thanks to you.

[@jimthecarguy]

+JUSTO PENA Great job.I'm happy to help

[@ChristopherSpeir]

Torque Values from the Honda service manual - Front Suspension Upper Ball Castle nut = 29 ft lbs to 35 ft lbs (tighten to 29, then continue to tighten till cotter pin hole accessible) Lower Ball Castle nut = 36 to 43 ft lbs (same) Tie Rod Castle nut = 29 to 35 ft lbs for '97 and '98 models (same) 32 ft lbs for '99 and '00 models Stabilizer Bar Link Self Locking Nut and Flange Nut = 22 ft lbs Stabilizer Bar Bushing Flange Bolts = 66 ft lbs Upper Control Arm Flange Bolts (the ones in the engine bay) = 40 ft lbs Can list more if needed, just let me know.

[@BoostedPastime]

Thanks a ton! I hear a very slight creak when I first turn my steering wheel I'm looking into it.

[@mrmercedes-benz2145]

Jim thank you good sir 🙏 I my self is a auto tech and look at videos like your’s to learn from other techs. Very detailed video👌👍 thank you 🙏

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching. Don't forget to subscribe.

[@jonbyers37]

Awesome piece... I'm almost to where I am brave enough to try it myself.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching and your input.

[@atxjax1]

Great video. Thank you for taking your time and explaining everything. One question.............Shouldnt the arm bolts be torqued after the wheel is on the ground? That way the bushings are in a neutral position and not being stressed all the time?

[@jimthecarguy]

+Jackson Cruz Good question, Actually with the car on the ground it will be very difficult to get to the bolt and torque

[@edemkass2688]

Hi, pleacs are you still avaliable to answer quesons on Honda crv 2004 tyer noise, if you do, i have noise on my left tyer any time am moving 60km/h, but if am driving like 40km/h below no noise, what should i do to crrect it.

[@22mswartz]

Great video and great diagnostic tips!!! Thank you!

[@maychieus]

Excellence demonstration!

[@OnTheAir]

Thanks for very clear demonstration.

[@anthonytorres2237]

Can you tell me some common 1999 CRV issues that can cause engine compartment "chirp" sound? It doesn't seem to be external belts. Any help would be helpful. Thank you

[@chereewi]

What about the CV joint? Did you cover that in this video?

[@cookntalk5408]

Hi 1999 crv steering wheel shaking or vibrating when parked or stopped. Please help!! Thanks

[@ottomendez2404]

Great lecture. My 2004 crv when I grab the tire putting my hands at 3:00 and 9:00 and move it right to left and vice, I can see play on the rack and pinion. Any help?, Please.

[@jimthecarguy]

Otto Mendez You will need to watch the front end when someone else moves the tires. I think it is going to be a bad tie rod end

[@ottomendez2404]

Thanks a lot. I will. Best wishes

[@delltek102]

Will bad stabilizer links make the same sound as bad shock, Honda tells to replace both front stabilizer links and front right shock.

[@torsoless6147]

Great teacher! Can you change title to also include "upper ball-joint replacement"?

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for the tip. I will.

[@sunsetusa6926]

Great video thanks for posting this!

[@jenniferhale5409]

2000 crv loud thunk now starting to feel on the driver's side when accelerating or turning but goes away after about 30 mph. Does fine on freeway, but feeling kinda squirrelly in the steering also may be unrelated, as though it would be easy to over correct, responds seemingly too well. Any advice you could suggest would be helpful.

[@bernardkinsky1637]

Engine mounting is the problem with my 99 crv especially the stabilizer mounting in front of the normal engine mounting.

[@richardnoau6084]

Hi Jim, I have a 1998 Toyota Corona D4 Premio model. I have this knocking sound that comes up when I drive over humps or uneven surfaces. This is a right hand drive sedan, and the noise come from the right front side tyre. What should I check first?

[@jimthecarguy]

Check out these video they should help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGmkgH5_hJJod8U , kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3avdJJorLNkgNE and kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYu2cqJ3nKx3d7s

[@seaton95]

very informative thank you.

[@sirsweetness8332]

shouldn't you tighten these upper arm bolts after you rest the weight of the vehicle on them as to not twist the new bushings?

[@johninterlandi398]

yes he should cause those bushings on the new control arm will be wrecked in a short time

[@hardhatcat100]

He ignores us! lol

[@danregalado2781]

Hey Jim - great video clip for a guy who has a very limited knowledge of what may be wrong with my CRV. Just how much is an estimated cost to replace the part that you did

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching

[@QNY96]

Jim i need your help, i changed literally every single part on the front suspension, upper and lower control arms, 2 cv axles, both inner and outter tie rods, both sway bar links, and it still makes a huge clunking noise

[@bernardkinsky1637]

I was look for the same noise. After 9months I found out the stabilizer mounting was broken but when I measure the bolt and the bushing.therewas a2.5mm gap .I I used a piece of garden hose to fit in between the bolt and the bushings. Noise is gone .so now I can get to make a more permanent solution.

[@ConeyIsland1952]

where are you located?

[@jcnouel]

Excelent video. You just got a subscriber!

[@jimthecarguy]

+JCNouel Thank you

[@22mswartz]

Jim? If you replace struts, do you have to get a four wheel alignment?

[@jimthecarguy]

I do a live stream on Sunday night at 7:00 PM on my channel jimthecarguy.I will explain when you need to do an alignment.

[@codybroken]

Thanks Jim! Thumbed up and subscribed.

[@fegar1]

Good job and thank you for the help!

[@jimthecarguy]

Felix Gardner Happy to help

[@ashleywilson3311]

Nice work - Thanks!

[@Thrashaero]

Thanks for the info on how to check out the front end for issues. It is hard to find videos on such old CRVs as the 2001. Also, love the accent. I definitely have a bad upper ball joint on the left side. Obviously why the clunking I get when making sharp turns/going over bumps. Is the upper ball joint permanently mounted to the control arm to require a whole assembly or can it be removed? Also, my stabilizer links seem non-stock, as they have metal grease nipples coming out the ends, on the opposite side of the nut, and they rub right against that strut fork...which is really weird. What are good part numbers for both the upper ball joint and stabilizer links? I have another problem that I am unsure of, it's a constant light whomping sound on each rotation of the front left wheel. I had rotated all my wheels out with the 5th wheel and it happens regardless. Would that be a wheel bearing problem? The ABS light also comes on and goes off quite often. I understand the clunking being from the ball joint, but not the constant whomping sound that is so persistent regardless of driving condition. It gets worse as I turn, and about equal while turning left or right.

[@kolvir73]

Usually you need a press to get the ball joint in and out so it is easier for the home mechanic just to replace the whole control arm.

[@jimthecarguy]

You right about replacing is easier.

[@crxprince]

my 2001 crv makes a rattling sound when driving and when slight braking i sometimes get a rattle with the brakes dragging and clunking. please help as mechanics have confirmed the brakes and pads are perfect??

[@jesseangell7494]

Hi Hani! I know your post is 3 months old and you probably already fixed or sold your truck, but from the sounds of it I have a similar problem (rattling while starting to accelerate from a full stop) and we found out it was the engine mounts that need changing. Hope this helps!

[@Elsanta666]

I have a 99crv, cant find a clunking noise..it seems is coming from the buttom mid oart of the engine..im almost positive is the rear engine mount but cant really see it when it makes the sound

[@Jason.2827]

when I rock my truck back and forth, there's a loud annoying squeaking sound....any idea?? thnx.

[@martinezbyj]

I have a similar vehicle, I'm getting a noise, my question is: would the struts create a noise as well?

[@jimthecarguy]

Yes it is possible but you should check the car before assuming what the problem is.

[@polacoddgo]

Hey Jimthecarguy, I have an oil leak that's not coming from my engine, I believe my 04 crv has a leak from the high pressure hose from the power steering pump 🤷‍♂️ my mechanic couldn't find the leak.

[@gercio2782]

no torque requirement?

[@paulabeggosi1424]

THANK YOU, VERY NICE VIDEO,

[@jimthecarguy]

+Paula Beggosi I hope I was able to help you .Thanks for watching

[@hplocosdemon]

Great job thank you for your video, keep up the good work

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching and your input

[@raypeterson987]

Is it true that if you turn your ac off while driving will overheat your engine on crv 2005?

[@Slicerwizard]

No.

[@gujtemki2295]

Awesome 👍😊 Thank u and God bless!

[@EclecticWizard6]

great video super helpfull!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching. Im happy to help. Don't forget to subscribe.

[@ChuckyBeaver]

How much different is the 2000 to the 2003 crv?

[@Slicerwizard]

Lots of differences. Suspension looks totally different.

[@jahmolviville9852]

hi i have a honda crv 2002 while driving it vibrates from the right front what could cause that?

[@ChuckyBeaver]

Jahmol Viville could just be a tire.

[@stevenamar4071]

Thanks for a great video. If you could have better lighting it would be helpful.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Well done 👍

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you Steve

[@phxrsx]

A clunking over rough dirt roads would most likely be my upper ball joint...?

[@jimthecarguy]

It could be but I would check the sway bar links and bushings first.

[@fearghalmorrissey2601]

Great video..Fair play to you👍

[@jimthecarguy]

fearghal morrissey Thank you for stopping by and your feedback

[@PulledPurk]

1:15 headphone warning

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for your input

[@PulledPurk]

jimthecarguy the video is good. Thanks for it.

[@fern9234]

Lol, I almost pooped myself lol. Thanks for the video. You're the best

[@adurrans]

Is there a torque setting for those top bolts?

[@fadisader8750]

Thanks

[@jimthecarguy]

+Fadi Sader I'm happy to help

[@raksasubki2573]

Thanks a lot ;)

[@jimthecarguy]

+Raksa Subki I hope I was helpful

[@bigedd91]

I changed my upper ball joint only on my 2001 CR~V.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching.

[@hardhatcat100]

Didn't preload the upper control arm and set the car down, and then tighten the bolts.

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help.Thank you for watching.

[@andrewk6844]

wrong on the age it would be up to 1999, 2000 had a different bumper

[@adrielmedalla9965]

You coulve skip the lifting part of the vehicle.

[@calebboatsman7856]

Dude you’re like DIY Auto Repair for Dummies

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@herbois-et2uh]

need check my passenger side

[@jimthecarguy]

+Meelo weedhead Yes you should check the whole front end.Left and right.

[@luisfuego803]

Well done

[@jimthecarguy]

Luis Fuego Thanks for watching my video!

[@MrTdgee]

Excellent video, thank you so much.

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BELZABUBBA333]

Thanks