Loud creaking noise in front end of '99

[vandyke]

My 1999 Expedition has a loud 'creaking' noise in the front end - especially when driving slowly and turning or going over speed bumps. Any deas about what it could be? Shocks? Ball joints? Stabilizer bars? Tie rods?

[vandyke]

Anyone?... Anyone?... Beuller?...

[asvare]

I would have to say ball joints or tie rod ends while turning, could also be pitman arm or idler arm. Balljoints would be your most likely suspect though. If it squeeks while going over bumps, also I would suspect sway bar frame bushings, if you remove them, clean them, and grease them with a good quality litmium grease, it should take care of it. Or for a more permanent fix install bushings and brackets that are greaseable, I am sure you have noticed none of your front end components are.

[stephencraiglee]

Hi, i have the same problem with my 03 Expedition, sounds awful at low speed, but over speedbumps sounds fine, (as though the shocks are OK) i had it jet washed underneath 3 weeks ago, and it was sprayed with a diesel / oil mix, which fixed the problem for about 2 weeks, and now it's back again. Any other suggestions would be welcome!

[clark0505]

I have a 99 also and it does the exact thing that you are describing. I haven't gotten the courage to take it in to get looked at though. I hope you find the problem, if so, please post it back so I can find out what it is.