With a 1994 Dodge Spirit why would the car make a thumping noise decelerating from 35 MPH or when beginning acceleration Sounds like its from the hood but could be the wheels?

1. Why does my car makes a noise when I decelerate?
2. Why does my car make a thump sound when I accelerate?
3. Why does my car make a thud noise?
4. What can causes a clunking sound in front end?
5. What would cause a knocking noise in front wheels?
6. Why is my car making a knocking noise when I slow down?
7. Why do I hear a popping noise when accelerating?

Why does my car makes a noise when I decelerate?

A “whirring” noise while decelerating at any or all speeds is most likely caused by bad pinion bearings or loose pinion bearing preload. This condition is typically always diagnosed as a bad ring and Pinion gear.

Why does my car make a thump sound when I accelerate?

If you hear a thump towards the front of your car whenever you accelerate, it's probably a problem with either your starter motor mount or transmission mount. Though small, transmission mounts have a huge impact on performance and the overall quality of your drive.

Why does my car make a thud noise?

Tires can give off a thumping sound due to irregular wear or a shifted belt. If you can hear the noise outside the car (window open) while driving, then it could very well be coming from one or more tires. Also, loose or worn suspension components can give you a thumping type noise.

What can causes a clunking sound in front end?

If a ball joint is beginning to fail, you may notice a clunking noise coming from the front wheels. ... When a tie rod end is worn or loose, they may produce a clunking noise. Worn tie rod ends may also cause more play in the steering wheel, making turning more vague.

What would cause a knocking noise in front wheels?

Bad Tires/Bad Left Tire - A knocking sound may be heard when tires go bad, if they are unbalanced or misaligned, or if there is a broken belt in one of the tires. ... A knocking sound may be heard if the front axle is severely worn out. Loose Lug Nuts - Lug nuts attach the wheel to the vehicle.

Why is my car making a knocking noise when I slow down?

Reasons Your Car Makes a Noise When You Turn the Wheel

Suspension Joints: Especially when heard at lower speeds, a creaking, clunking, or popping sound could indicate worn out or broken suspension joints.

Why do I hear a popping noise when accelerating?

The “popping” and crackling sound from a car is normally unburnt fuel exiting the engine and being ignited in the hot exhaust system. It will sometimes be accompanied by flames from the exhaust. It will happen after a car has accelerated hard, and as the throttle is let off and the revs decrease.