Creaking From Suspension / Steering Briefly On Cold Start In Morning

[Markjp]

Just recently I have noticed a creaking coming from the suspension / steering when starting my Cayman first thing in the morning and maneuvering off my drive. There is usually around six of so short creaks and then it stops. I don't hear it again until the next morning.
My Cayman GTS 4.0 is coming up for 3 years old and has done 17,000 miles.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Is this the start of a fault that will only get worse or is it likely nothing to be concerned about?

Thanks Mark

 

[Motorhead]

Hi Mark,

It’s been very hot and dry recently, so maybe the creaking is coming from one of the strut top mounts which could have dried-out? You could try raising the bonnet and listening in those areas while someone turns the steering wheel.

Back in the day we used to squirt washing-up liquid on offending joints, but I’m sure there are more sophisticated and effective lubricants available these days.

Jeff

 

[Markjp]

Just recently I have noticed a creaking coming from the suspension / steering when starting my Cayman first thing in the morning and maneuvering off my drive. There is usually around six of so short creaks and then it stops. I don't hear it again until the next morning.
My Cayman GTS 4.0 is coming up for 3 years old and has done 17,000 miles.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Is this the start of a fault that will only get worse or is it likely nothing to be concerned about?

Thanks Mark

Thanks Jeff.

 

[JohnCRS]

Silicon spray seems to work well Mark. Worth a try as it will not harm anything. But as you are still under warranty I would pop by your OPC if convenient.

 

[Markjp]

Silicon spray seems to work well Mark. Worth a try as it will not harm anything. But as you are still under warranty I would pop by your OPC if convenient.

Thanks John, I'll try the silicone spray. I need to book my Cayman in for it's MOT in June so I'll ask my OPC as well then.