[akotten]

Originally Posted by phozenstone

I have the same issue with a creaking in the firewall due to the large center strut bar bolt. Unfortunately I cannot find the right torx size to retorque it

I just bought a cheap female torx socket set from Amazon, which had the sizes I needed.

[Tim603]

Originally Posted by ajsalida

I saw this video the other day, someone posted it up for diagnosing front end issues, maybe will help

Thanks man for trying to help find a solution on this

[AWD Addict]

Originally Posted by ajsalida

I saw this video the other day, someone posted it up for diagnosing front end issues, maybe will help

That sounds more like our issue

[ajsalida]

Yeah that's what I was thinking, pretty hard to diagnose while inside the car driving. If it isn't you guys' issue then at least something to remember for future.

BMW says not to drive around with the strut brace removed or body damage can occur sounds ridiculous to me, but I imagine the torque on those nuts is important.

I replaced all of mine and torqued them properly based on my Bentley manual.

[Tim603]

I have an apt with BMW on monday so I will keep you guys posted on what it is!

[0_creativity]

I ran into a similar issue this morning after I hit an area of heavy road work. A knocking/clicking noise when I turn right or apply the breaks at about 40mph. I have a 2006 325xi. I dropped by my dad's job for a quick check up (it's a ford dealership) They said I might need to order a Half Shaft for the right front side. (Where the noise is coming from) Making an appointment in the am to have an actual diagnostic.

[Tim603]

SO.... i just heard back from the dealer and turns out this is probably an isolated incident. After getting the clutch replaced it turns out a couple subframe bolts were not tightened completely and THAT was making the sound. So nothing major even though I do have to pay BMW for a Diag fee

Problem Solved!

[AWD Addict]

My issue was thrust arm bushings.