Beautiful South Martin 24 Posted August 1, 2019 Ive got a 2011 Seat Altea 1.6 TDi which has a definite clunk noise coming from the front of the car just as it hits the biting point on the clutch and you pull away. Replaced drop links and also discs and pads (mechanic thought it was the pads moving around?) still no different. Ive had it to two different indies who have both had it for couple of days and cannot find anything. Problem is the car is sold and had a cherished number put on it and my customer won't take the car until its rectified and he is starting to get a bit impatient.....Anyone had a similar problem on this model....Any pointers would be appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's me 615 Posted August 1, 2019 i dont like to worry you but is it the diff thats dropping Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarkTVS 209 Posted August 1, 2019 If the independents are decent then that rules out the basic things I would check like dogbone mount, engine and subframe mountings. Could try driving the car on a ramp with a stethoscope to narrow down what area it’s coming from. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stalker 180 Posted August 1, 2019 Gearbox / engine mounts? Front arm - Rear bush, very common. Does the wheel move backwards in the wheel arch when moving away sharply? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's me 615 Posted August 2, 2019 18 hours ago, tradex said: those failing rivets on the diff cage? just seen a few of these boxes locked up/no gears ,ive assumed diff drop but it could be anything Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
