[Woody B]

2005 element has sqeeky front end noise in suspension area when first driven, then she limbers up after a while. Is worse in cold weather. She has 236000+ miles so she has a right to but I would like to fix. Any ideas.

 

[Ap122]

I have the same problem and finally found a solution. The squeak comes from the strut moving against the rubber mount under hood. Open the hood , find the strut mount and take some wd 40 and let it soak through the rubber mount. When it's cold the rubber is stiffer. It worked for me.

 

[Firblitz]

Also might be the front sway bar bushings. They are rubber and possibly hardening in the cold. Easy replacement.

 

[Janagreen]

Also might be the front sway bar bushings. They are rubber and possibly hardening in the cold. Easy replacement.

Thank you, I have that problem

 

[Janagreen]

I have the same problem and finally found a solution. The squeak comes from the strut moving against the rubber mount under hood. Open the hood , find the strut mount and take some wd 40 and let it soak through the rubber mount. When it's cold the rubber is stiffer. It worked for me.

Thank you, I have quite a few sqeaks

 

[asm]

I would not use WD40 since it is a petroleum product that may degrade the rubber parts. Get a can of Silicone lube and spread an oz or two into small cup. Pour it into the top opening of the front strut. Drive the car around the block a few times and wait for squeaks to stop. You will need to do this once every few months.