The vehicle has developed a clunking noise in the front end when turning sharp right usually at slow speeds (such as turning into a driveway with uneven surface). Took it to my dealer who said it was worn bushes on the right lower control arm and the whole unit would need to be replaced (expensively). This I did and guess what, the clunking is still there so now I still have the problem and no faith in the dealer to fix it.
Also the vehicle is not well sealed against dust which leaks in when on gravel roads.
Enjoy the on bitumen performance and comfort of the Tribute compared with my old diesel Hilux, but for reliability give me the Lux any day.
I have the same problem as yourself. The same advice was also given to me by a suspension/steering specialist to replace the front control arms (expensive) on my Mazda Tribute 2002. But, the front end noise is still there. Have you found a solution to your problem?
Email me at kopack74@gmail.com
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