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Old 04-02-2010, 05:04 PM
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Clunk sound over bumps, pulls hard to right when accelerating

2009 SS/TC Sedan

I get a clunk sound when going over speed bumps.
I also get a clunk sound when I'm going at a slow speed then accelerate and let off the gas.
Car has weird vibrations at highway speeds.
Also when I accelerate the car pulls like mad crazy to the right. I have to keep both hands on the steering wheel. When I have it on cruise control or not accelerating the car doesn't drift and stays straight.

I've done a search on here and most people say it could be the sway bar links/bushings or trans mount or motor mount. What can I do to check before taking it into the dealership.
Car is covered under warranty but I won't be able to take it into my dealership until Monday.
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if your flooring it and the steering wheel is jerking one way its more than likely torque steer.
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Originally Posted by TractionControlWTF?
if your flooring it and the steering wheel is jerking one way its more than likely torque steer.
Car didn't feel this way when I first bought it.
Example. cruising in 5th gear and I give it a little gas, the car still pulls like mad crazy to the right.
I know about torque steer and have felt it when taking off from a stop.
I also have the clunk noise when hitting bumps and accelerating from a slow speed then letting off the gas. It almost feels like the engine is lifting up more than it should.
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your power steering must be shot. or the wheel arms
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Originally Posted by TractionControlWTF?
your power steering must be shot. or the wheel arms
Steering feels tight. I'm leaning more towards something with the wheel arms.
I've read that other Cobalt owners have had problems with them. I'll find out Monday.
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