BMW 1 Series E81/E87 (2004 - ) - Squeaky suspension

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Fri 5 Oct 2007 13:30
Squeaky suspension - svm
Chaps

I would be grateful for some advice please.

We have a 2006 BMW 1 series and we have noticed over the last few days that the front suspensions squeak when driving over speed humps. This is not noticeable under normal driving conditions and has not affected the handling of the car. The suspensions are on 'sport' settings thus, lowered and firmer.

Is this something to worry about or take back to the dealership and ask them to look into. Obviously the car is still under warranty but I wonder whether they will blame any problems on normal 'wear and tear'!

Much appreciated.

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Mon 8 Oct 2007 15:14
Squeaky suspension - svm
Oh come on guys! Surely one person can help!

Much appreciated.

Shaun
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Mon 8 Oct 2007 15:25
Squeaky suspension - L'escargot
Obviously the car is still under warranty but I wonder whether they
will blame any problems on normal 'wear and tear'!


There's only one way to find out.
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L\'escargot.
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Mon 8 Oct 2007 16:12
Squeaky suspension - Saltrampen
Sometimes Front (or rear) anti roll bar bushes can squeak when submitted to excessive or slightly abnormal travel as they compress against the metal bar.
Some manufacturers (Toyota) seem to treat the inside of the rubber bushes with some sort of anti friction coating - maybe to stop this?
Perhaps treating them with a non rubber destroying anti friction additive? (Silicone spray?)
may help.

OR they maybe worn and the squeaking will develop into a light knock....
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