Track rod ends
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I've noticed there's a knocking noise on my 2007 S80 2.4 D, particularly on the driver's side of my car. So I had a quick glimpse whilst someone was rocking the steering for me (This is when I hear the noise most) & it appears its coming from the inner track rod. I rang Volvo for a quote & it was £90 each for the inner ones! This sounds extortionate! Are there any aftermarket reputable brands that you would recommend or a suggestion as to where I may be able to look? Euro Car Parts seem to stock them, but the usual message about there being different fitments pops up. Its annoying when you try to do a job and the parts the suppliers tell you are right end up being wrong! I'm guessing it makes sense to replace the inner track rods & outer in pairs, seeming though you have to remove one to replace the other? Also, is it a necessity to have the special removal tool, or would a big socket do the job? Any help/suggestions are appreciated. |
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Meyle and Lemforder are good makes, but I would definitely avoid any others other than Volvo's own........... |
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Does anyone know what Sensotronic is?
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Sorry misread post . Loads on e-bay . Buy from a dealer with good feedback and a known brand or visit your local motor parts factor . Should be able to get them a lot cheaper .
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FRF in Swansea offer members a 30% discount....but there is postage. Lastly......inner rods are not that prone to wear and cause knocking, are you absolutely sure that's the issue ? Quote from your first post - "it appears its coming from the inner track rod". Last thing you want to do is replace parts that don't solve your problem. |
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Lastly......inner rods are not that prone to wear and cause knocking, are you absolutely sure that's the issue ?
Not wishing to be a bore , but as an MOT tester I see worn inner rack joints daily , some far worse than others . The wear does lead to knocking & can be mistaken for outer track rod ends / anti roll bar drop links / strut top mountings / ball joints or wheel bearings when checking . |
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The garage you mentioned in Swansea offering discount. What do you have to be a member of to get it? Quote: Originally Posted by*Kev0607* Does anyone know what Sensotronic is? I always thought that was a Mercedes thing. A type of DSTC set up. Not quite sure how that fits in with a track rod! Unless they got their words mixed up and meant something like Geartronic? Would track rods differ between auto and manual boxes? @tommyweaves - I'm thinking the same. I doubt a gearbox has anything to do with track rods. |
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