Clunking from rear .? - 2001 Citroen Xsara Picasso

The clunking noise you're hearing from the rear of your 2006 Mazda 6 after installing new shocks could be caused by a few different issues. Here are a few possibilities:

1. Loose or worn suspension components: If any of the suspension components are loose or worn, they can make a clunking noise when the vehicle moves over bumps or uneven surfaces.
2. Misaligned or damaged control arm bushings: The control arm bushings can become misaligned or damaged, which can cause a clunking noise when the vehicle is driven.
3. Worn sway bar links: The sway bar links connect the sway bar to the suspension and if they are worn, they can cause a clunking noise when the vehicle is driven.
4. Improper installation of the new shocks: The clunking noise may be caused by improper installation of the new shocks, such as not tightening the bolts properly.

It's best to have a professional mechanic take a look and diagnose the issue. They will be able to identify the specific cause of the noise and make the necessary repairs.

if rear wheel drive check the prop-shaft the universal joints may be loose.

small child caught in rear wheel well preventing the axle from turning, in in turn putting a strain on the engine and push rods delivering a clunking sound.

Solution: be careful backing out.

check the sway bar links

sounds like you need new shockers(must be done in pairs)when off, check all rubber bushes/linkages.

Check your tranny mount sometimes the rubber part cracks and makes a clunking sound, also check your universal joints on the driveshaft if they are bad they will clunk, both are cheap fixes.

may be the gears in the rear end or check your motor mounts, ive had the noise and it was motor mounts

the gears in your rear end are probably chipped and broke or need shims

universal joints clunk,is it in the rear end then maybe it is the rear end.you kinda need to be more specific if this information doesn't help

Clunking noise in the rear of the vehicle is a broad statement. When is the vehicle doing it? Is it all the time or just over bumps? Is it happening only going around curves? Is it a constant bump that speeds up and slows down with the vehicle speed. You would be supprised how many clunking noises can come from the driveline not the suspension. It could be anything from a bushing to your rear differential getting ready to grenade.