2024 TRD OR Front End Creaking/Ticking Noise

[loosewires_]

Hey all,

I've been experiencing this creaking or ticking noise over rough roads coming from the front driver's side, near the A-pillar. I've tried felt taping and weatherstripping all of the trim around the hood area, with no results.

Took it to Toyota and they said it was the composite skid plate making contact with the alignment bolts on the low control arms. They put some foam there, but I am still experiencing the noise (dealer closed for the day right after I picked up, couldn't go back).

I saw an older forum post about a guy putting some silicone lubricant on the rubber part of the firewall that makes contact with the hood. Gave that a shot, still didn't solve the issue. Also reduced the play in the plastic splash guards on both sides, so it's not that either.

Let me know what you guys think, it's starting to drive me a little nuts. :/

Both of these videos were taken in a safe location away from traffic.

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[wongaust]

I had similar noise at lower speed (most likely different issue) but I put rubber sealant on the plastic near the firewall that contacts the hood and it went away

https://www.tacoma4g.com/forum/threads/solved-front-end-clunk-hood-bumpers-issue.7300/

 

[loosewires_]

I tried that as well. It was my first attempt at solving the issue. I should also mention it mainly occurs once the car is hot. Whether it was sitting in the sun or has been running for a while.

I’m thinking it’s a suspension component, maybe a bushing is dry/dirty. I’m going to try spraying some silicone lubricant on those parts today. Will update

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