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Old 07-09-2015, 09:28 PM   #1
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Squeaky wheels ??

I am hearing a "rotating" or pulsing squeak but only when the windows are open and when we are near a wall or mountainside where the sound bounces back to me.
From the drivers seat it sounds like it is coming from the passenger side , perhaps one of the wheels.
I opened the hood when stationary and checked for belt/pulley noises.
I think I need to get myself a floor jack and stands and inspect the brakes.

Any suggestions or comments ? It is a 2005 AI. It has only 59k miles and original brake pads.

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Old 07-10-2015, 04:51 AM   #2
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I would suspect a faulty wheel bearing.
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Could very well be a hubcap moving against the rim. If your motor home has them, try removing them, and driving it, and see if the noise goes away.
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Old 07-10-2015, 06:35 AM   #4
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I would suspect a faulty wheel bearing.
I was also thinking wheel bearing , although I've never actually heard what a faulty one sounds like.
I wonder how difficult they are to change?
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Old 07-10-2015, 06:37 AM   #5
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Could very well be a hubcap moving against the rim. If your motor home has them, try removing them, and driving it, and see if the noise goes away.
I don't have hubcaps , the wheels are alloy. Wish it was that simple though
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Old 07-10-2015, 09:49 AM   #7
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If it is a wheel bearing issue, you will want to find out right away. If a bearing seizes, you could lose a wheel. Not a good thing to happen at speed!! You could take your unit to a tire shop to have them check it out.
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