Took my doors off today and noticed I could hear some squeaking from (most likely) the suspension while driving. Definitely more noticeable over speedbumps in the parking lot.

So, I was wondering if anyone had any advice for me as to what parts (and maybe in what order) I should check/diagnose and maybe grease?

I have the 3" SRS Full Traction "0% Maintenance" lift kit with 4 control arms. I know, I know... SRS "silent ride system" and "Zero Maintenance" should mean I probably shouldn't be getting squeaks and noises & have to do anything, but I figure a little work to keep things running smoothly is to be expected. Should I possibly start with some white lithium grease on the bushings and CAs first?

Thanks for any help!

 

I would start with greasing everything, seems to be the cheapest & easiest start to solve the problem. If it doesn't change anything, you haven't wasted much money or time and you can continue to troubleshoot.

 

Thanks bud. Can you define "everything"? Obviously bushings and rod ends... but what else? I want to hit the right spots & avoid greasing things that I probably shouldn't.

 

I would say just bushings and rod ends...certainly don't want to throw 10 lbs off grease under your rig. lol

 

spray all of the bushings with WD-40. i've been doing this for a while now when i get squeeks. works great!

 

White lithium grease works great for this

 

WD-40 is NOT a lubricant.

 

Check your sway bar end links for the squeak and damage. I had a squeak too and that was the source.

 

WD-40 or MPL on the joints will quiet them down if that is where they are coming from. If it is steel on steel for a loose connection it will not help.

RK

 

This is the first thing I'm going to check. No, I will not use WD-40 on my bushings. It will ruin them!

Talked to Steve @ FT... I got the list of things to check for my lift. Thanks for looking out, Steve! Will keep you updated.