Rattling noise from the undercarriage

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Asked by Justin Jun 17, 2018 at 12:40 PM about the 2000 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 2000 Ford Explorer XLT, 4x4 4.0 SOHC, 230,898 miles. I've noticed
a rattling noise coming from the underside of the vehicle. It sounds like a
piece of metal rattling inside a can.
I have owned the vehicle for 2 months now. I originally thought the noise was
tied to the front end squeaking, so I had that worked on. However, the
rattling noise is still there. I can only replicate it when driving. It happens
when you're not accelerating, going over bumps or taking a relatively sharp
turn. Best results when next to a curb, going about 30-40 mph. It happens
whether you're in drive or in neutral. I know it is not coming from the engine,
and I have checked the exhaust, with no luck. The brakes and suspension
seem fine, however I don't exactly know what I'm looking for. Any thoughts
on what could be causing this issue? Thank you in advance!

2 Answers
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GuruTTTPK answered 5 years ago

Mufflers have internals in them. They can detach and rattle. Also look at bushings on your stabilizer bars

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