2012 LR4 - Clunk at low speeds in 1st gear

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Kris JM

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Hey everyone, curious if anyone has had the same issue. 1st gear, slow speeds 3-10mph, it feels like I’m going over bumps in the pavement, although the road is smooth. Clunk, 2 seconds, clunk, etc. Shifting is smooth up and down, turning is fine. I noticed this over the last 2 years, dealer didn’t find anything when I asked them 2 years ago. This only happens in 1st gear too.

Because the road is smooth and I’m going straight, and it’s only in 1st gear, hoping someone can help me pinpoint it. Transmission, differential, control arms, bushings? Any help would be awesome. Thanks!
 

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Control arm bushings. Given the weight of the vehicle, they don't last as long as in a lighter vehicle. I've had to change mine every 2 to 3 years.
 

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Drive slowly and pulse the brake - you should hear the clunking. Do you know when they were last replaced?
 

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Wow, thank you. Just googled and that makes sense. I also have premature tire wear on the outside edge of 3 tires. 2 front, back right. Have had it aligned multiple times. One guy found the tie rod ends were seized, and loosened them by using a torch. That really helped the overall feel and steering, but didn’t fix tire wear. Will look to replace asap and report back. Again, thank you!
 
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This guy is wearing out on mine & the clunking is annoying at low speeds & over bumps.

Replacement ordered.
 

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