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knock creak from dead stop slow accelerate

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by craig glaspell, Feb 16, 2019.

  1. craig glaspell

    craig glaspell Junior Member

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    I have searched the internet, and in these forums, a few thread of knocking and creaking, but nothing like what I have.
    This sound only happens when slowly accelerating from a dead stop, it doesnt matter if its straight acceleration or turning. It is coming from the front somewhere, possibly driver side, it goes away once your up to 5mph. I'd say its more like a creak than a knock, after listening to some sounds on the internet,
    it kind of resembles this.

    Doesnt seem to matter if its hot or cold. We live in so cal, its a 2013 prius, ive had most of the servicing done at toyota dealer.

    Any tips?
     
  2. Mendel Leisk

    Mendel Leisk Senior Member

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    how many miles?
     
  3. padroo

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    Does it sound engine or suspension related?

    Try bouncing the car with your hands up and down on both front fenders.

    Check out 1:55 in this video.

     
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  4. bisco

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    agreed. check the brake pads and calipers too.