PaperGirl Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 I was doing the front brakes on my daughters pain in the butt prius c, and noticed one of her front struts leaking oil and creaking and binding. so i popped in a pair of complete shock assemblies. these prius c have only one single top mount nut instead of the regular three top nuts. i don't like it. anyways, everything installed smoothly, new links, double checked everything i touched, tightened top nut under load (jack under lower ball joint) and here's my issue: when i turn the steering wheel side to side (still up on jack stands, I'm waiting for more parts) i hear clicking. investigating this, if my hand is on the top nut i can feel and even see a wiggle. is this normal? i tried loosening the top nut, jacking back up, and retorque, same thing. please if anyone has done this job and can advise, i would be very grateful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toyota Owners Club Posted August 23, 2023 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Is there a strut top mount (rubber mount with a bearing inside)? If so them this may be causing the noise and movement if it isn't in position properly? Maybe best to remove the strut, examine the mount and then refit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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