Creaking suspension on Octy II

Dr Zoidberg · 16-11-2006, 19:44

Since about 9000 miles my Octavia II has suffered rather badly from noisy creaking suspension when going over speed humps or other uneven road surfaces.

It's noticably worse when the car is first driven on a cold day but is there even when it's warm.

The dealer has agreed that this is a fault after a few visits and it should be getting sorted in a few weeks when whatever parts it needs arrive.

I've seen a few other people mention this , so does your Octy II suffer from this creaking?

When did it start , and has it been to a dealer about this?
If so , what did they do?

**GAFF** · 16-11-2006, 20:19

Mine also does it, it seems more noticable now. Only 8k miles on mine.
Not been to a dealer yet
I'd have to agree about driven first thing on a cold day, but is there when warm (when 1st driven but goes out of it).

Please keep me posted on what gets changed an if its sorts it.

Chris.G · 16-11-2006, 21:28

Mine too -

I have some speed bumps to negotiate when I first leave home and it creaks while driving over these. Sounds like the noise is coming from the rear (a bit like a creaky mattress

) but I dont hear it once the cars warmed up.

Its not bothering me enough to book it in just yet. Ill get them to look while its in for 1st service (early next year).

Let us know how you get on with yours doctor.

tezza72uk · 16-11-2006, 22:57

Mines started creaking now at 18,000 miles, I will mention it at next service. So far not as impressed as I thought I would be with it ! Climate control problems, trim vibrations, water leaking from passenger door, screeching electic window, now the creaking suspension. Maybe the Mazda 6 was a better choice after all !!!

Just had the car serviced ( 20,000 miles )and the creaking problem looked at. Rear tie rod found to be faulty, dealer has ordered a new one to be fitted soon along with a new windscreen that has delaminated.

Will update when the job is completed !

DamianM · 17-11-2006, 14:09

I've hit the 20,000 KM mark in my RS and I've started to notice a creaking in the front right suspension. It's only noticeable at low speeds and not all the time. It's being serviced on Monday so we'll see what they say...

gilesk · 17-11-2006, 14:36

Thank god, its not just me, I get it when cold and then it goes away, also interested to see what your dealer does as then I can go into mine sounding like I know what I am talking about instaed of a mechanofool.

cheezemonkhai · 17-11-2006, 15:38

Hmm sounds like this is the new ARB bushes will have to check out the relatives Octy II for this as he was complaining about noisees over poor surfaces.

Jackoskoda · 17-11-2006, 17:10

Yep mine does, no difference whether hot or cold. Will be interested to see what gets replaced on yours.

Jacko

mdk1 · 17-11-2006, 21:55

Just read "EVO December 06" There long term Vrs has " a faint knocking noise coming from the front suspension"
Will be going into the dealers to get it looked at.
Have to see what happens.

DamianM · 29-11-2006, 14:01

My Dealer has looked at mine and after speaking to Skoda they've told me that I need a new steering rack.

Dr Zoidberg · 29-11-2006, 15:01

Well mine is booked in for monday and tuesday for them to do the driveshaft and whatever it was on the suspension so I hope that fixes it.

Shifty · 29-11-2006, 15:07

Mine creaks and knocks too, at 23k. Will mention it at the next service. Thought it was just my driving style

**GAFF** · 29-11-2006, 20:26

Guys I'd be interested to hear what cures it on yours. Mine will be looked at in a few weeks... the guy I deal with in dealers is away at the minute.

Dr Zoidberg · 29-11-2006, 20:47

I shall keep you updated

lordsummit · 01-12-2006, 15:08

I've had that with the steering rack too. It's due a service after christmas so I'll get it checked then.

Dr Zoidberg · 05-12-2006, 10:49

Well , I've collected it from the garage this morning and so far it seems ok , though I won't know for sure till I drive over some speedbumps.

The parts they replaced are

N91021601 - 2 * nuts
6N0412249C - 2 * bearings
1K0412331B - 2 * bush
N91040601 - 1 * bolt
1K0407272EN - 1 * driveshaft
N90991102 - 4 * Bolts

So it looks like they did the suspension bushes and the driveshaft that was worn because the gaitor had split.

flynntech · 05-12-2006, 12:16

When I reverse my car and lock the steering I get a grating noise. Happened this morning. Anyone else?

**GAFF** · 05-12-2006, 20:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by flynntech

When I reverse my car and lock the steering I get a grating noise. Happened this morning. Anyone else?

There was an issue on the initial Steering rack something like that. Was it flat or did surface change ?

I thought the steering rack issue was sorted around the time I got mine....it was on the demo I drove (only happened at low speed)

flynntech · 05-12-2006, 21:46

Flat surface. I tried it again in another spot. Its when I have the wheels locked to the left. Dealer visit I think......

tezza72uk · 07-12-2006, 11:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr Zoidberg

Well , I've collected it from the garage this morning and so far it seems ok , though I won't know for sure till I drive over some speedbumps.

The parts they replaced are

N91021601 - 2 * nuts
6N0412249C - 2 * bearings
1K0412331B - 2 * bush
N91040601 - 1 * bolt
1K0407272EN - 1 * driveshaft
N90991102 - 4 * Bolts

So it looks like they did the suspension bushes and the driveshaft that was worn because the gaitor had split.

Did the dealer say why they have worn already, and if the new bushes were modified to prevent it happening again in the future?

Did the creaking appear to come form the rear of the car, mine seems to be rear nearside and only when going over speed bumps ( not fast ) !

Dr Zoidberg · 07-12-2006, 11:36

It turns out not to have made any difference at all.

The service centre manager was polite and apologetic on the phone when I just rang so I'll give them one last chance to put it right and then take it from there

**GAFF** · 07-12-2006, 20:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr Zoidberg

It turns out not to have made any difference at all.

The service centre manager was polite and apologetic on the phone when I just rang so I'll give them one last chance to put it right and then take it from there

That sounds alright of them, they seem eager to sort it.

Had they actually said the gaitor had split ? If so then it wasn't a wasted visit

.

Quote:

Originally Posted by tezza72uk

Did the creaking appear to come form the rear of the car, mine seems to be rear nearside and only when going over speed bumps ( not fast ) !

Initially I actually thought it was coming from movement in my bootlid, then I thought it was the front. Its one of those kind of noises that you don't know where the hell its coming from. I think it happens when suspension is extended and about to compress. I have found it coming out the slow of my driveway onto the road with lock on. Happens when I reach the road.

Dr Zoidberg · 07-12-2006, 20:31

The gaitor had split and they had spotted this on the first visit , but were insistent that the driveshaft was ok.

On the second visit they replaced the gaitor and said the driveshaft needed replacing......

Oh , and they didn't phone me back as they promised.....

DamianM · 14-12-2006, 14:47

I had my steering rack replaced yesterday and the creaking sound has now disappeared.

vimto2000 · 14-12-2006, 16:37

Has this affected any of the recent new builds? Or is this affecting the earlier builds?

I'm collecting mine on the 6th Jan :oD Can't wait!!!

Not got a knock or creak in our 05 1.9tdi Octavia Pool car and thats on 26k miles.

16-11-2006, 19:44	#1
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,735 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	Creaking suspension on Octy II Since about 9000 miles my Octavia II has suffered rather badly from noisy creaking suspension when going over speed humps or other uneven road surfaces. It's noticably worse when the car is first driven on a cold day but is there even when it's warm. The dealer has agreed that this is a fault after a few visits and it should be getting sorted in a few weeks when whatever parts it needs arrive. I've seen a few other people mention this , so does your Octy II suffer from this creaking? When did it start , and has it been to a dealer about this? If so , what did they do? __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

16-11-2006, 20:19	#2
GAFF Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 5,880 Thanks: 29 Thanked 70 Times in 68 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Mine also does it, it seems more noticable now. Only 8k miles on mine. Not been to a dealer yet I'd have to agree about driven first thing on a cold day, but is there when warm (when 1st driven but goes out of it). Please keep me posted on what gets changed an if its sorts it. __________________ GAFF Briskoda Ireland Events, Meets & Pictures.....Race Blue Octavia MkII vRS.....Old Octavia MkI vRS Last edited by GAFF; 16-11-2006 at 22:18.

16-11-2006, 21:28	#3
Chris.G Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: London Posts: 1,210 Thanks: 36 Thanked 28 Times in 28 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Mine too - I have some speed bumps to negotiate when I first leave home and it creaks while driving over these. Sounds like the noise is coming from the rear (a bit like a creaky mattress ) but I dont hear it once the cars warmed up. Its not bothering me enough to book it in just yet. Ill get them to look while its in for 1st service (early next year). Let us know how you get on with yours doctor.

16-11-2006, 22:57	#4
tezza72uk Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 77 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Mines started creaking now at 18,000 miles, I will mention it at next service. So far not as impressed as I thought I would be with it ! Climate control problems, trim vibrations, water leaking from passenger door, screeching electic window, now the creaking suspension. Maybe the Mazda 6 was a better choice after all !!! Just had the car serviced ( 20,000 miles )and the creaking problem looked at. Rear tie rod found to be faulty, dealer has ordered a new one to be fitted soon along with a new windscreen that has delaminated. Will update when the job is completed ! Last edited by tezza72uk; 10-01-2007 at 14:35.

17-11-2006, 14:09	#5
DamianM Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cork Posts: 16 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II I've hit the 20,000 KM mark in my RS and I've started to notice a creaking in the front right suspension. It's only noticeable at low speeds and not all the time. It's being serviced on Monday so we'll see what they say...

17-11-2006, 14:36	#6
gilesk MadridBriskodia Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 1,039 Thanks: 16 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Thank god, its not just me, I get it when cold and then it goes away, also interested to see what your dealer does as then I can go into mine sounding like I know what I am talking about instaed of a mechanofool. __________________ who'd have thought it eh?

17-11-2006, 15:38	#7
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 15,478 Thanks: 106 Thanked 507 Times in 470 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Hmm sounds like this is the new ARB bushes will have to check out the relatives Octy II for this as he was complaining about noisees over poor surfaces. __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

17-11-2006, 17:10	#8
Jackoskoda Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Yep mine does, no difference whether hot or cold. Will be interested to see what gets replaced on yours. Jacko

17-11-2006, 21:55	#9
mdk1 go green Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Rochester, Kent Posts: 4,152 Thanks: 162 Thanked 132 Times in 116 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Just read "EVO December 06" There long term Vrs has " a faint knocking noise coming from the front suspension" Will be going into the dealers to get it looked at. Have to see what happens. __________________ Mike. Mine Skoda Roomster 3 TDI in matallic Anthracite Grey MKLJK Swmbo's Skoda Fabia 2.0I Elegance in Dark matallic Blue MKLJK

29-11-2006, 14:01	#10
DamianM Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cork Posts: 16 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II My Dealer has looked at mine and after speaking to Skoda they've told me that I need a new steering rack.

29-11-2006, 15:01	#11
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,735 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Well mine is booked in for monday and tuesday for them to do the driveshaft and whatever it was on the suspension so I hope that fixes it. __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk Last edited by Dr Zoidberg; 07-08-2007 at 17:11.

29-11-2006, 15:07	#12
Shifty www.oscarli.com Join Date: May 2005 Location: The home of witty banter™ Posts: 6,454 Images: 1 Thanks: 86 Thanked 155 Times in 92 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Mine creaks and knocks too, at 23k. Will mention it at the next service. Thought it was just my driving style __________________ Official 0 to 60 mph - 5.85 seconds. Standing 1/4 mile - 14.3 seconds. 251.5 BHP and 400 lbs/ft of torque. Oh - and 55 mpg on a run My car is for SALE!! www.fyldeperformancecars.com

29-11-2006, 20:26	#13
GAFF Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 5,880 Thanks: 29 Thanked 70 Times in 68 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Guys I'd be interested to hear what cures it on yours. Mine will be looked at in a few weeks... the guy I deal with in dealers is away at the minute. __________________ GAFF Briskoda Ireland Events, Meets & Pictures.....Race Blue Octavia MkII vRS.....Old Octavia MkI vRS

29-11-2006, 20:47	#14
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,735 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II I shall keep you updated __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

01-12-2006, 15:08	#15
lordsummit Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 16 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II I've had that with the steering rack too. It's due a service after christmas so I'll get it checked then.

05-12-2006, 10:49	#16
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,735 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Well , I've collected it from the garage this morning and so far it seems ok , though I won't know for sure till I drive over some speedbumps. The parts they replaced are N91021601 - 2 * nuts 6N0412249C - 2 * bearings 1K0412331B - 2 * bush N91040601 - 1 * bolt 1K0407272EN - 1 * driveshaft N90991102 - 4 * Bolts So it looks like they did the suspension bushes and the driveshaft that was worn because the gaitor had split. __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

05-12-2006, 12:16	#17
flynntech Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Eire Posts: 406 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II When I reverse my car and lock the steering I get a grating noise. Happened this morning. Anyone else? __________________ VAGdrivers.net - Ireland's online VAG community

05-12-2006, 21:46	#19
flynntech Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Eire Posts: 406 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Flat surface. I tried it again in another spot. Its when I have the wheels locked to the left. Dealer visit I think...... __________________ VAGdrivers.net - Ireland's online VAG community

07-12-2006, 11:36	#21
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,735 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II It turns out not to have made any difference at all. The service centre manager was polite and apologetic on the phone when I just rang so I'll give them one last chance to put it right and then take it from there __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk Last edited by Dr Zoidberg; 07-12-2006 at 12:39.

07-12-2006, 20:31	#23
Dr Zoidberg Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,735 Thanks: 30 Thanked 193 Times in 144 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II The gaitor had split and they had spotted this on the first visit , but were insistent that the driveshaft was ok. On the second visit they replaced the gaitor and said the driveshaft needed replacing...... Oh , and they didn't phone me back as they promised..... __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

14-12-2006, 14:47	#24
DamianM Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cork Posts: 16 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II I had my steering rack replaced yesterday and the creaking sound has now disappeared.

14-12-2006, 16:37	#25
vimto2000 Skoda-da-da-da Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Manchester, Northampton Posts: 447 Thanks: 12 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Creaking suspension on Octy II Has this affected any of the recent new builds? Or is this affecting the earlier builds? I'm collecting mine on the 6th Jan :oD Can't wait!!! Not got a knock or creak in our 05 1.9tdi Octavia Pool car and thats on 26k miles.

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