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How much does a Clunking noise when I drive over bumps Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a Oldsmobile 98 Clunking noise when I drive over bumps Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1971 Oldsmobile 98V8-7.5LService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$124.99 - $132.49
1993 Oldsmobile 98V6-3.8L TurboService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
1962 Oldsmobile 98V8-6.5LService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
1978 Oldsmobile 98V8-5.7LService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$104.99 - $112.48
1979 Oldsmobile 98V8-5.7LService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.02 - $112.55
1966 Oldsmobile 98V8-7.0LService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
1979 Oldsmobile 98V8-6.6LService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$109.87 - $117.28
1982 Oldsmobile 98V8-5.7L DieselService typeClunking noise when I drive over bumps InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$110.24 - $117.94
Show example Oldsmobile 98 Clunking noise when I drive over bumps Inspection prices

Clunking noises are annoying and potentially dangerous, and should always be investigated. They vary from relatively harmless hubcap rattles to more serious issues with suspension and steering components. Unfortunately, there are many possible sources, and some are hard to locate with the vehicle stationary. A test drive is nearly always required.

Worn shocks and struts often produce noises, and their state of wear should be obvious from a profound lack of damping, allowing noticeable rocking and bouncing motions when the car is moving or a pronounced clunk whenever going over bumps.

Engine mounts can wear and allow engine movement – and noise – during power off and on transitions; but not so much over bumps. Steering components, however, can produce noise over bumps, and these can be checked by turning the wheel vigorously from side to side while the car is stationary.

There are rubber bushings fitted at sway-bar and control arm mounts, and these can wear and allow slop and noise to develop. One way of finding control-arm bushing wear is to apply the car’s brakes firmly with the engine idling, then cycle the transmission from Park through Drive to reverse repeatedly while listening for noises.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Worn out struts
  • Worn out strut mounts
  • Worn out control-arm bushing

How it's done:

The mechanic will inspect the entire front suspension system and likely test drive the car.

How important is this service?

Since the causes of undercarriage noises are many and varied, and because there may be rust or mechanical damage at the root of this problem, we strongly suggest that you have the car inspected by an expert technician as soon as possible.

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Ben

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Ben
41 years of experience
Oldsmobile 98 V6-3.8L - Oil Pressure Light is on - Houston, Texas
They just sent an email saying the mechanic is on his way. It is only 8:12 am! He is off to a good start. He is supposed to arrive between 9:00-9:30 am. He arrived well before that time! It was not 9:00 am yet! He did a diagnostic and he checked all the work I did. He said I did great work with everything I did. He said the car is very good shape. He said this car is indeed a runner! He checked everything. He checked all the fuses and relays too. He did a complete diagnostic too. He checked fuel pressure, oil pressure, and more. He found out what it was. It had nothing to do with oil pressure or anything. The fuel pump is going out. When he came the car started right up. He said they never go totally out. He said that is why it started when it did. He connected tools I do not have to the Ninety Eight. It is not getting any fuel pressure, and this is why it shut off all the times it did. He fixed one of the spark plug wires too. It was burnt. He jacked the Ninety Eight up and got underneath and checked the wires, the oil pressure sensor/switch and oil level sender for everything and the connections and made sure they have power and were installed correctly. He said the engine uses oil pressure along with the fuel pressure to start. The fuel pressure is non existent and that is why it would not start. After all of that, he looked at the Oldsmobile Toronado, my other car . He got the air conditioner to work again. He said the compressor bolt was loose and he tightened it up. He used this huge screw driver device and bent it back in place. He said the shims were loose and he bent them back. It cools just fine now. We turned it on and off several times testing it. He checked the pressure and it was filled with refrigerant. He checked the relays and the fan too. It was all fine. He said it is clear you take care of both of your cars. He said one thing I will not do is guess and I like to know what is indeed wrong. He said your cars are in good shape. He said you do not need valve cover gaskets. There is no leak. I booked him to return to install the fuel pump I need. I look forward to seeing him again soon in a few weeks. Today only cost me 70.00. That's it.

Greg

22 years of experience
342 reviews
Greg
22 years of experience
Oldsmobile 98 V6-3.8L Turbo - Car is not starting Inspection - Apache Junction, Arizona
Arrived on time with all possible needed tools. Very knowledgeable and was able to locate and repair what other shops were unable to accomplish. Highly recommend him and would call him again.

Lucas

21 years of experience
885 reviews
Lucas
21 years of experience
Oldsmobile 98 V6-3.8L - we have a gasoline leak, appears to be a fuel hose under the car. We talked to Lucas, we want him to be our mechanic and he said he could come out wednesday at 11:00 - Northridge, California

Lucas

21 years of experience
885 reviews
Lucas
21 years of experience
Oldsmobile 98 V6-3.8L - Crankshaft Position Sensor - North Hills, California
On time and professional. Lucas did a great job. I highly recommend him and will be happy to have him handle my cars service needs in the future.

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