Trying to narrow down a creaking sound that happens ONLY when it's cold outside and coming from driver side front corner. Car was up in the air and all ball joints are solid with no play. Sway bar links look to be possibility. Anyone have experience with this issue? Just looking for some insight on the problem. I don't wanna just throw parts at it.

 

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Are you sure it's on the outside of the car and not inside on the steering column when turning the wheel?

The column would be on the drivers side of the car at least. I know my 95 column squeaks sometimes when I turn the wheel. I haven't looked up the lube points or the type of lube Honda recommends.

Not sure if this applies to you but thought I'd throw it out there.

 

I am having this same problem with my 2002 Acura CL. again only when its cold and on the drivers side. ball joint and wheel bearings seem solid.

 

If you can get it to make the noise with the car sitting still, have someone else turn the wheel while you walk around and listen for exactly where it is coming from.

 

changed the sway bar endlinks since they needed done anyway. Still same issue. Also when car is up in air, it won't make the noise. Makes me believe it's the shock top hat rubber insulator or just the shock in general. Car requires some weight on it to make the noise. High miles (185k). Bought it recently like this. I'll keep posted later when I do find issue.