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Old Oct 4, 2005 | 10:32 PM
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Default Grinding Noise

Recenelty since i had the cv boots adn stuff changed i hear and feel this distinct grinding noise below the front seat footwell. i feel this usually at lower speeds..

I cant seem to put my finger on teh problem.. diffential...gear...?
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 05:26 AM
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Is it when the wheel is straight or turned or both?
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 06:01 AM
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i notice it more when im turning but i definately feel it while accelerating
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Old Oct 5, 2005 | 06:04 AM
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Default I would try to retorque the axle bolt

You have to take the wheel off, pop the center cap out, put the wheel back on, then using a 17mm allen head, tighten it down with a huge breaker bar.

Do that on both sides.
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it should be 140lbs + 180 degree turn
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