Vehicle rumbles when driving also a very loud noise when driving over lane strips.
My Escort just started this issue this morning on the freeway. The car is vibrating/shaking and it SEEMS to be coming from the front passenger side. It doesn't vibrate as much when I'm driving at slower speeds but definitely peaks around 50-60mph. Also I noticed that when I'm on the freeway and i change lanes and drive over those lane strips, it produces a much more loud and piercing sound than usual.
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Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several issues that may cause these types of symptoms. The most common are improperly inflated or unbalanced tires. If you lost a weight off of the tires while driving, this would cause an imbalance and you would feel it at higher speeds. You should start by having the tires balanced and make sure they are evenly and properly inflated. You can then turn your attention to the wheel assembly including the control arms, struts, and wheel bearings if necessary. Balancing the tires needs to be done by a shop who has access to the balancer. And then further tests can be done by you at home with the proper tools. For more help resolving a suspension or wheel assembly issue, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.
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Loud rumbling noise when accelerating might suggest there`s a problem with your exhaust system. There might be a leak somewhere, and the rumbling is the sound of your system working extra hard to manage excess exhaust fumes.
This happens when there is uneven tread wear. When you rotate the tires, the part of the tread with more rubber will create friction with the road surface, creating the loud noise. Not enough air in tires. When your tires are underinflated, they make noise.
Humming Or Growling Noise
If the noise is more “growly”, then the issue is likely a bad wheel bearing. The noise may become louder the faster you drive. Yet, if the noise rises with speed, it may also be a sign of chopped tread.
Reasons Your Car Makes a Noise When Turning the Wheel
CV Joints: If you hear a crunching noise when turning at high speeds, the CV Joints are typically the main culprit. Power Steering System: A screeching or whining noise while turning at normal speeds can mean that there`s an issue within the power steering system.
The main reason drivers will feel shaking or vibration is due to issues with the wheels or tires. Problems with the wheels or tires could include improper balance, uneven tire wear, separate tire tread, out of round tires, damaged wheels, and loose lug nuts.
To prevent excessive noise, ensure that tires are properly inflated, slow down during turns, and have your suspension checked for damage and proper alignment.
3. A humming or growling noise. This can be due to inadequate lubrication in either the inner or outer CV joint caused by a damaged or split boot.
No. You should not drive with a bad ball joint. Continuing to drive can cause damage to other vehicle components and if the joint fails completely you could lose control of the vehicle, leading to a crash and injuries.
Damaged suspension or steering components
However, even these parts can wear out over time. Upon damage, components like bushings, ball joints, sway bar links, tie rods, control arms, shocks, and strut mounts can cause rattling noises, particularly while navigating through bad roads.
Worn components, such as ball joints and control arm bushings, can cause vibrations at high speeds and when you brake. In this case, the vibrations are a warning that you need to check and maintain your suspension system, replacing any worn components.
The change in the sound level depends on the differences in wind speeds above the ground and the wind direction. You might notice that sound levels are higher when the wind is blowing from the highway toward you (downwind) as illustrated below.
Sound sensitivity may be the result of trauma (including PTSD), or it could be a symptom of anxiety, known as “hypersensitivity,” that occurs when people are in an anxious state. For specific sound-related anxiety, exposure is one of the more effective ways to reduce its severity.
What causes wheel bearing noise? Over time these bearings can become loose or worn. This wear will be accelerated if the grease has leaked out or dirt, grit or water have found their way inside. The first time you may know you have a problem is at a service or MoT test.
When your car vibrates every time you drive at 50-70 mph, it is most likely that your wheels are out of balance. The vibrations will emanate from the steering wheel across the seat and through the vehicle`s floor.
If the sound resembles humming, buzzing, or clunking, you may be experiencing transmission failure. Bad automatic transmissions may emit humming, buzzing, or whining noises while manual transmissions have harsher “clunking” sounds.
If your transmission makes a humming noise, you may be driving with low transmission fluid, or else your transmission fluid may be contaminated with metal shavings. If you hear a humming noise in all gears, you may be dealing with a worn or damaged shaft or bearing.
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Vehicle rumbles when driving also a very loud noise when driving over lane strips.
ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several issues that may cause these types of symptoms. The most common are improperly inflated or unbalanced tires. If you lost a weight off of the tires while driving, this would cause an imbalance and you would feel it at higher speeds. You should start by having the tires balanced and make sure they are evenly and properly inflated. You can then turn your attention to the wheel assembly including the control arms, struts, and wheel bearings if necessary. Balancing the tires needs to be done by a shop who has access to the balancer. And then further tests can be done by you at home with the proper tools. For more help resolving a suspension or wheel assembly issue, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.
Like rumble noise on pulley system side
ANSWER : Hello. If this occurred right after the compressor was replaced then I would look at the compressor as the issue. If the correct oil and quantity was not added to the compressor then this will occur. If the compressor is not mounted securely this can also happen
Before warrantying the compressor I would check the work around it to make sure that there is nothing loose like an engine mount or any of the mounting bolts. I do not think that this is an idler pulley.
If you need to have this looked at, consider YourMechanic, as a certified mechanic can come to your home or office to diagnose the noise firsthand for an accurate repair.
The vehicle makes a humming/whining sound immediately after highway driving. After several minutes off highway, noise stops.
ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several issues that may cause these issues. You will want to start by making sure the brakes are not sticking. This can be done by raising the vehicle and checking for grinding or rubbing. Secondly, check the tires to make sure they are properly balanced, have good tread, and are properly inflated. These are the most common causes or tire noise. However if the issue goes deeper, you may want to inspect the wheel hubs and suspension. If you have more reason to believe the convertible top is to blame, check the seals and the latches first. For more help with an inspection, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.
Loud repetitive noise coming from front tire in 2 wheel drive, goes away when in 4 wheel drive.
ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. Chances are there was an existing issue that was amplified by the tire rotation. There are several parts that will cause similar symptoms. You will want to consider the parts that are under load in 4wd, that are free when in 2wd. This would include the axle and sveral joints. There are a couple of tests that can be done. More damage was likely done driving on dry pavement in 4wd. It was a good step in diagnostics, but should be avoided. For more help with diagnosing the sounds, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.
I own a 2000 f150 lariat 4 x4. 5.4 l. Started getting a loud grinding noise front passager brakes. Replaced brakes and wheel
ANSWER : Hi there. While using junkyard or used parts (especially brake or suspension parts) is highly discouraged and can cause major damage, it is unlikely that they caused the aluminum wheel to split in half. In most cases, this is caused by hitting a pothole or other obstruction in the road. A glancing blow against a blunt object like a curb can also cause this type of damage. However, if the brakes came apart or a brake component broke, it could in theory cause the same damage. My advice to you is to not drive the vehicle further until you’ve replaced the brakes and wheels with new components for safety.
Car makes grinding noise – 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
ANSWER : Hey there, thanks for writing in. I would have a professional mechanic check out the constant velocity joints on your vehicle. One or more of them may be worn enough to cause the noises you describe. S/he can diagnose and replace any failed CV joints.
Timing belt recently replaced now it makes a loud when I drive fast or rev engine
ANSWER : Hi there. Thanks for writing in to YourMechanic.com. To be honest, this could be an existing issue that may have gone unnoticed while the big problem of the timing belt was completed. In some cases, a whining noise and acceleration problems is an indication of a vacuum leak or exhaust leak. When the efficiency of the engine is compromised, it can cause problems with acceleration. However, the noise can also be an indication of a damaged wheel bearing or serpentine belts that are worn out and need to be replaced. Before you spend another penny on replacement parts, I would highly recommend having a professional mechanic come to your location to first correctly diagnose this problem by completing a car is slow to accelerate inspection.
Replaced water pump (no noise before just leaky) now there’s loud humming noise and I don’t have heat. Haven’t tried driving yet.
ANSWER : Hi there. From the description you have provided, you replacing the water pump and now you have a new noise and no heat, are an combination of things going on. First, the loud humming noise coming from the water pump/timing area concerns me. Assuming, you followed the repair procedure properly for the water pump replacement. It could be, the replacement water pump is faulty. Something is amiss and needs to be corrected before you go out and drive your vehicle. The noise could result into a catastrophic and an expensive repair. Second, no heat could be, there is air trapped in the heater core and needs to be bled and/or flushed. I recommend having your vehicle’s no heat and humming noise be diagnosed and repaired by a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic.
