ChrisJRab

I've noticed a weird short squeaking or chirping sound from my driver side rear area... It seems to be mostly on bumpy terrain and is not affected by braking. The noise increases with speed I believe but on paved roads I rarely hear it- mostly off road on gravel driveways and dirt trails.

I'm lead by this to believe its a suspension issue- hopefully only needing lubrication? Does anyone have a idea what I should check for and what the fix might be?

Also, this truck is in excellent condition, no abuse. No rust, from South Carolina. I'm assuming its a squeaky bushing on a rear shock or something. Any tips appreciated!

Thanks

Marc D

There could be 10,000 places for a chirp/squeak noise to come from. I would start by getting some white lithium grease spray and lube all the door hinges, bed hinges, hood hinges and any latches on the truck. If that doesn't fix it look at the top mounts of the springs on the font end. The pads often wear through and start to make noise. Also check your spare tire mount.

davieboi89

I had the same issue to mostly off road on bumpy roads n such . I noticed a hitch pitch chirping sound , then the other day i was unloading something from the back of the truck , shut the tailgate and wiggled it to make sure it was closed and BAM there was the bloody noise ! Right where the tailgate latches , so i sprayed some WD40 on the tailgate latches and its gone now .I thought it was coming from my wheels or brake pads or something . The previous suggestion is a good one to . Hope u find it lol .

alsatropine

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I'd have a buddy bounce on the rear bumper and see if you can replicate the sound while you lay under it and try to pinpoint the issue

ChrisJRab

Thanks everyone- it was the tailgate! White lithium greased the mechanics and its good as new now. Thanks again!!