Possible malfunctions, their causes and ways to eliminate them (Skoda Kodiaq NS7)

Possible malfunctions, their causes and ways to eliminate them

Sign	Cause	Solution
The creaking noise comes from the front suspension, more audible in cold ambient temperatures - more noticeable on uneven roads or when turning corners.	Front stabilizer bar	Under these conditions, such noise is acceptable.
Dull knocks from the front suspension, occurring when turning	The front strut or shock absorber is loose	Check the tightness of nuts and bolts. Tighten to the specified torque.
Dull knocks from the rear suspension occur when changing direction	Rear suspension components are weakened	Check rear suspension components for tightness or damage. Repair or install new components if necessary.
Clicking or banging sounds from the front suspension are more noticeable on rough roads	The ball joint is worn or damaged	Install a new lower control arm if necessary
Clicking or banging sounds occur when turning the vehicle	The ball joint is worn or damaged	Install a new lower control arm if necessary
A clicking or rattling noise occurs when accelerating	The constant velocity joint is damaged or worn out	Repair or install a new hinge if necessary
Noise in the front suspension - squeak, creak or crackle - on uneven roads	Steering gear components The front strut or shock absorber is loose or bent The spring or spring mount is damaged Damaged or worn control arm bushings Worn or damaged anti-roll bar bushings or connections	Repair or replace front suspension components
Vibrations during acceleration	The rear axle is not installed correctly Front suspension components are damaged or worn	Check the axle assembly and rear suspension for damage or wear. Repair if necessary. Check the anti-roll bar for tightness, damage or tightness of the struts and strut bushings, or tightness or wear of the ball joint. Check steering gear connections for wear or damage. Repair or install new components if necessary.
Vibrations are more noticeable when slowing down	Excessive caster angle of the kingpin	Check the adjustment of the kingpin caster angle. Adjust if necessary.
Tire wobble or vibration at low speeds	The wheel bearings are damaged	Turn the wheel and check the operation of the bearings. Adjust or install new wheel bearings if necessary.
	The wheel is damaged	Check the wheel for damage. Install a new wheel if necessary.
	Damaged or worn suspension components	Check suspension components for wear and damage. Repair if necessary.
	The wheel nuts are loose	Check the wheel nuts. Tighten to the specified torque.
	Tires are damaged or worn unevenly	Rotate the wheel and inspect the tire for abnormal wear or damage. Install a new tire if necessary.
Vibration or shaking of tires when decelerating	Unbalanced wheel	Check wheel balancing.
	Uneven tire wear	Check the tire for abnormal wear. Install a new tire if necessary.
	Excessive radial runout of the wheel and tire	Perform a radial runout check on the wheel and tire. Install a new tire if necessary.
	Wheel studs are worn or damaged, or stud holes are broken	Check the wheel studs and wheels. Install new components if necessary.
	Excessive lateral runout of a wheel or tire	Perform a lateral runout check on the wheel and tire. Check the wheel, tire and hub. Repair or install new components if necessary.
	Foreign objects between the brake disc and the hub	Clean the mounting surfaces of the brake disc and hub.