Toyota corolla noises and dents..

[karen wilson]

I've heard some noises on the bottom part of my corolla 2002 this past few days. I never ask for some help with this one but the noise become louder and the back seat of the car is wiggling whenever we got on this rough roads. Anything to do with the strut mounts? The suspension part maybe? If ever, do I have to replace it with a Toyota strut Mount or could it be an aftermarket one? the one from eBay I guess. Maybe it was from the accident that I got in last 2 months ago, my Toyota Door Handle needs some changes too. I was got bumped by a car on the driver side of the car. Was that the reason? Need some help on this, I love this car, really need it. Thanks.

[tashirosgt]

Statistically, the problem is more likely to be with your tires or the suspension
parts other than the strut mounts. If you were in a collision and your wheel was hit, various parts may be bent including the strut itself. The mount you use should match the brand of strut that you use. Some struts require special mounts and other aftermaket brands work with the Toyota mounts. Can you see any damage to the strut mounts?

[karen wilson]

So I have to check what really fits the mount?That goes in pair right? There's no damage in the strut mount but it's still has it's noise.

[vibebreaker]

what kind of noise is it? if its a railroad type of noise you might want to have your wheel hub assembly or the wheel bearings checked out

[tashirosgt]

Why do you think the noise is coming from the strut mount and not from someting else? And are you talking about the rear strut mount or the front strut mount?