Is it a suspension problem if the grating sound can be reproduce during turns / bends
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On sharp turns (>45 degrees) / curves at >60 km/h, one of my passenger noticed a grating sound coming from the rear passenger side (close to where the tire/wheel is).
Does the sound point to a suspension problem? I can't reproduce the sound when turning at slower speeds or less sharp turns.
How critical is it to get fixed if it's a suspension problem? I was told by my mechanic there is a slow leak on my 02 Civic's suspension a year or so ago but said it didn't pose any safety concerns.
Thanks in advance.
Does the sound point to a suspension problem? I can't reproduce the sound when turning at slower speeds or less sharp turns.
How critical is it to get fixed if it's a suspension problem? I was told by my mechanic there is a slow leak on my 02 Civic's suspension a year or so ago but said it didn't pose any safety concerns.
Thanks in advance.
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probably nothing to do with the suspension....
wheel bearing or C/V joint would be my guess
wheel bearing or C/V joint would be my guess
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I went on reading a few websites/blogs and noted that the CV joints will be located in the front for my vehicle though.
If the sound is coming from the rear passenger wheel area, I'm hoping it's just a wheel bearing which may cost less to replace:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/in...1213036AAdZxcd
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Yes, the cv joints are at the front. I would suspect ball bearing too, however since you mention a leak it could possibly be the rear shock is failed and needs replacing. Does the sound happen only when turning left or right or does it happen for both directions. Look at see if you can see any sign of the tire rubbing against the car too.
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Yes, the cv joints are at the front. I would suspect ball bearing too, however since you mention a leak it could possibly be the rear shock is failed and needs replacing. Does the sound happen only when turning left or right or does it happen for both directions. Look at see if you can see any sign of the tire rubbing against the car too.
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