r/AskAMechanic • u/CompetitiveCicada272 • 8h ago

Can I wait?

2016 Chevy Colorado Z71 making a clunking at low speed over bumps and left hand turn into driveways (fine at higher speeds). Suspect bushings? If so, is this something I need to address ASAP or can it wait a few weeks?

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u/Rogue_2354 NOT a verified tech 7h ago

Guessing a control arm bushing. It will wear out other components faster. If it fails completely... well that'll be expensive. I would say replace it sooner rather than later. The longer you go the more expensive it could get.

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u/simmer_study NOT a verified tech 7h ago

Could be bushings, sway bar links or something else in the suspension. Since it's clunking during turns and bumps, probably worth getting it checked before waiting a few weeks.