Pinpointing Noise Source - Driver's Side Wheel
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Pinpointing Noise Source - Driver's Side Wheel
Hi all,
I have a fairly loud "humming noise" coming from the front driver's side wheel area. At first I thought it was a bad bearing so I went ahead & had it replaced. Unfortunately, that did not solve the issue. I inspected the axle & it's completely intact with no tears in the boots. I've had the brake pads, rotors, & calipers replaced on all 4 wheels within the past year so I doubt it could be coming from there. The noise I'm hearing is only audible above 40mph & gets progressively worse with an increase in speed. Strangely, there's no vibration in the steering wheel (none that I can feel at least).
I'm wondering if maybe it's tire / alignment related? My tires have a decent amount of tread left but are certainly getting towards the end of their lifespan. I've never had a alignment done (car drives perfect, didn't see the point) & have put at least 50k miles on my latest set of tires in the past 3 years. Has anyone experienced something similar or can suggest something to check that I haven't yet?
I have a fairly loud "humming noise" coming from the front driver's side wheel area. At first I thought it was a bad bearing so I went ahead & had it replaced. Unfortunately, that did not solve the issue. I inspected the axle & it's completely intact with no tears in the boots. I've had the brake pads, rotors, & calipers replaced on all 4 wheels within the past year so I doubt it could be coming from there. The noise I'm hearing is only audible above 40mph & gets progressively worse with an increase in speed. Strangely, there's no vibration in the steering wheel (none that I can feel at least).
I'm wondering if maybe it's tire / alignment related? My tires have a decent amount of tread left but are certainly getting towards the end of their lifespan. I've never had a alignment done (car drives perfect, didn't see the point) & have put at least 50k miles on my latest set of tires in the past 3 years. Has anyone experienced something similar or can suggest something to check that I haven't yet?
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