Show all posts. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled. I did look at the CV joint and didn’t notice anything visually wrong with it, but I know that doesn’t amount to much. [True story] Customer shows up at dealer demanding that the dealer load new software into their engine control module. It's like … read more The sheer amount of crap information available on the net is staggering. Tells customer this. Okay, so you re thinking the wheel bearing. As far as causation, I have a pretty good clue about it: my husband hit a jutting curb outside a casino in Vegas, affecting both these wheels and damaging the sidewalls of both tires (but the front the most). With the car jacked up both front tires off the ground I stopped one tire at a time and noise is coming from driver (left) side. My Focus Developed A Nasty Creaking Suspension Noise And A Friend... My Ford Focus Makes A Crunchin Noise When Turnin Was Told Need A Suspension And Spring Wat Do I Need The Spring For, Sway Bar Link Replacement Chevrolet Silverado, https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-cv-axle-bearing, https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-cv-joint-works, https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-cv-axle, https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bearing-hub-replacement, https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bearing-press-how-to-use. I am not sure if this could be an alignment problem, as I have no idea if alignment problems make vibrations quite this bad. *The beauty of the SDMB is that the signal to noise ratio is lower on this type of question than just about any place else. I remain skeptical, but he points out he is arguing from the position of two years of advanced auto shop, so I’m currently avoiding the issue around him. Takes customer back to shop and shows him on the order screen. This part number software is to fix an idle problem that is only on 2.0L turbo diesels sold only in Italy. They do get old after a while. Will do Roy. I have had this weird vibration type noise coming from the front end for quite awhile now.It gets louder when Im on the freeway hince going faster.But when driving if I hit the brakes the noise seems to go away or when I turn the steering wheel to the right it goes away but comes back when going straight or turning left.Does this sound like a wheel bearing issue?Any … If you are driving a 2000 Ford FOCUS, or if you are planning to purchase one, then it is important that you review reported Suspension Front problems and defects. I Bought A New 2009 ford focus 7 Months Ago; It Had 25 Miles On It. Just to be clear, I am taking the car in to be looked at by someone with more of a clue than me on Monday, as I have to have my dimmer switch replaced anyways. Models: 2000-'11 Focus Gary T’s advice on auto matters is worth at least $14/year, and I think mine is worth about a buck anyway. Replaced passenger side axle including bearing and noise still exists. The rep is supposed to get back to me by Thursday with an update. Has anyone experienced the same and if yes, what was the solution? I will add that that particular axle had given problems in the past after it was replaced. Passenger Side Front Tire Made A Thud Noise Over Bumps, Due To Inadequate Suspension In The Front End. Particular when it comes to cars. About the CV joints, if water got into the joint, or the grease in them dried out, they can look fine and then fail big time. Thanks again for the continued help. We swapped out both the rear and front tires with the spare on separate occasions to rule out a tire/rim problem (the tires on the front are new). It is not a continuous hum. You didn’t offend at all, and I didn’t mean for you to feel you had to defend. So today when i took it back they told me that i needed a new front … The following is a list of the components that are most likely to be causing it and how to confirm it. Showing posts with label ford focus front end noise vibration. Hear it most in parking lots and on rough roads. Near Miss. You need to remove the axle anyway, so yes, change the seal while you are there. If the shop is incompetent or dishonest to where you feel you need to be one step ahead of them, why are you even dealing with them? Some 2003 Expedition/Navigator 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a front … Worn wheel bearings sometimes hum. Most of our job will focus on finding the element that gives your Ford Edge front wheel noise. Front end vibration and noise Discussion in '3rd Gen - 2007 - 2017' started by Bill Kossowan, Nov 5, 2020. Total reports: 63. I’ve never had to take a car in for anything like this before; in fact outside of warranty work I’ve never taken a car to a mechanic for anything. Saturday, September 21, 2019. Which is exactly why I posted here and not on Yahoo Answers. This condition may be caused by small stones, road debris, ice or snow packed/lodged in the rear engine roll restrictor. The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. Often a bearing noise will come and go as the load is shifted left and right, such as in turning the steering wheel slightly back and forth. My 2004 Ford Focus makes small grinding and vibrating noises when turning to the right. Roy, just letting you know it was definitely the left wheel bearing. Ford Focus Front End Noise. I noticed the seal into the transmission is leaking a very little. If they are competent and honorable, then what you think, guess, or know won’t make any difference anyway. They don’t always growl or exhibit play. I took it to the shop and had them get me new tires and an alignment. My 03' Ford Expedition developed a problem in the front end with a low groan and vibration in the left front wheel, floorboard, and steering column. At this point the whir also develops into a vibration that shakes the whole car. I wouldn’t rule out a residual effect of hitting a curb. I Have Put 18,000 Miles On It So Far, Mostly In The Last 2 Months. I drive a Ford Focus 2004 which has about 104 thousand km on the clock. The problem was much more severe earlier this month. Waiting on owner to make the call but I did forget to mention one thing. * I am afraid that the fight against ignorance has been lost on some automotive boards. 2010 Ford Focus SEL- has had front driver side grinding noise, vibration since purchase but initially thought it was road noise. Some Ford Focus vehicles may exhibit an excessive engine vibration when idle. Recently, My Focus Started Having An Intermittent Knocking Sound Under The Car. Car still vibrates at 65 and now pulls to left. Side note: I just traded in my focus a month ago with 100,000 miles on it. Perhaps the best thing you could do is take it in for an alignment, and don’t mention any problems. They can make a noise as they rotate (usually a clicking, but a hum would not be unknown) and when they go bad, they for sure can cause a vibration. Misalignment doesn’t cause vibration. Suspension Problem The frequency of the noise increases with vehicle speed. of the time it's. I Recently (6 Months Ago) Replaced The Front Wheel Bearings & Had New Tires Put On. The clunk is coming from the front and reminds me of a bad strut or cv axle, maybe a wheel bearing as its coming from both sides. DIAGNOSIS When a customer comes to you with a vibration or noise complaint, the first diagnostic step is to get as accurate a description as possible of what’s happening from your customer. Removed driver side tire and winding sound isn’t there but I hear what sounds like if you would tap 2 wrenches together. Thank you sir! Sunday, December 15, 2019. Home » ford focus front end noise vibration » Ford Focus Front End Noise Vibration. Sorry if I came across snarky, but since the advent of the internet, the incidence of “I talked to my cousin’s best friend’s hairdresser’s neighbor whose sister in law has a teenage boy who dropped out of auto shop and he says it’s the bypass hose to the Metzler valve.” has been on the increase. 28%. Average failure mileage is 190,350 miles. Ford Focus Rattling Noise Repair Symptoms. :rolleyes: Car Service Estimate Shop/Dealer Price; 2014 Ford Focus L4-2.0L Turbo: Service type Clunking or knocking noise from wheels Inspection: Estimate $84.99: Shop/Dealer Price $96.77 - $105.61: 2017 Ford Focus L4-2.0L Turbo: Service type Clunking or knocking noise from wheels Inspection: Estimate $84.99: Shop/Dealer Price $96.83 - $105.71: 2017 Ford Focus L3-1.0L Turbo: Service … Thirty minutes later he has the answer. Then they’ll let you know about things like ball joints and tie rods/ends. As for the noise without the tire could it be the additional weight on tire and wheel making the axle make noise? Moreover around 60km/h and 120-130km/h there is a vibration in the steering wheel which is sometimes more sometimes less. In shop 4th time for vibration in front end and pulling to right. I’m wondering about a CV joint on the axle. The 2000 Ford Windstar has 3 problems reported for loud vibration, noise from front end. :rolleyes: Neither hilarity or penis ensued. There is a constant noise from the front right wheel which goes away when I depress the clutch. Appears to originate from right front. ... additional noise and vibration may be noted when the vehicle is at idle.... See More Ford Focus Problems. Misalignment doesn’t cause noise (unless it’s so severe that a tire is grossly out of line, in which case there would be steering and/or handling symptoms). Granted, I don’t know to whom or where you’re taking it, and hence my caution. Anyone have a clue? Random — The vibration/noise comes and goes with no obvious connection to engine rpm, vehicle speed or driving conditions. Thanks for replies anyhow guys. However, i am still having the grinding and vibrating noises when turning to the right. I took my car to Firestone today to put my new tires on some new rims. Ford Focus 2005. 2001 Ford Focus 6 Cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual It had gotten so hot it welded itself to the hub. If you doubt this, just ask them, they will be happy to tell you how much they know. Technician does not recognize part number. Technician goes off to research what the hell this number is. '05 Ford Focus zxw. Asks customer about it. Is wanting to know what could be going on so unusual? Often a bearing noise will come and go as the load is shifted left and right, such as in turning the steering wheel slightly back and forth. While there are a variety of reasons your Ford Focus is rattling, the most common 3 are the ball joints, struts or strut mount, or a problem with the sway bar links. Is there anything obvious I am overlooking? There are people out there in cyberland that fancy themselves as auto experts, but in reality are otto ex-spurts. 2003 Ford Focus Front End Noise My Ford Focus Has Been In The Shop Several Times For A Noise In The Front End. I was just curious, as apparently you were. I have already ruled out a bearing failure; the noise does not have the same “growling” quality as a bearing failure and the wheel has no play and rolls correctly. It would lock into the transmission but eventually back out to where you needed no tool to remove from transmission. When trying to track which side noise was on I could easily hold passenger side tire from spinning by hand at about 1,500 RPM's as the driver side would turn just a lot slower but when I took driver side tire off the passenger tire couldn t be held even at idle. I took it to a repair shop and the following problem was found. The vehicle does perform better on acceleration. New Ford Focus Advanced Tech Fine Craftsmanship And Improved. ASEMASTER6371, I haven t changed anything yet. I’m sorry if it came across that way. I’d of course like it to be a cheap fix but I have a feeling it won’t be. The sound appears around 40 mph. Ford Focus Front End Noise Vibration. Been to the dealer, however say they can’t find anything. My car (2003 Focus ZX3, 90k miles) has developed a rhythmic whirring that turns into a very noticeable hum at about 60mph. The problem becomes is that these people wind up taking their car to a shop armed and convinced that the info they have is the straight poop. Vibration at about 60 mph is often from an unbalanced wheel. Customer does not believe it. If what I'm hearing in the video is similar to what it sounds like in real life I'd say it isn't the mechanical direct injection high-pressure pump or the injectors but almost sounds like a loose heat shield, something else loose on the engine or possibly coming from the valvetrain but would want to hear in person (for others I'd also go along suggesting to triple-check for interior stuff … Being I have to replace that I guess I could change the axle also. I honestly did not mean to offend, but I also didn’t expect to have to defend myself for wanting information before I take my car in. Noise vibration front end Ford Edge : the shock absorber cup ... Had Vibration On Frontend When I Started The Car, Took The Car To My Mech And He Replaced The Strut Mount. Question: My 2012 Lincoln MKS with 163,000 miles has developed a scraping/grinding/vibrating noise coming from the left front. While driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions, the contact heard a loud grinding noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. I’m rather walking into this blindly. It wouldn t hurt. Ford Focus vibration from the front end 50-70mph I have a 2000 Ford Focus, when accelerating between 50 and 70 mph I get a lot of vibration from the front end but not much through the steering whell but you can feel it through the pedals mostly. Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 AT 9:02 AM, Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 AT 9:09 AM. Customer supplies the part number of this new software that they are demanding. How do I reduce vibration and noise in a 2008 Ford Focus? Dealer replaced 1 front tire, balanced all 4, changed camber angle and re-aligned steering wheel. The problem is that there is a noise when slowing down or coasting. Tech mentions he does not recognize the part number. I was told by a Ford customer service rep that there is a new TSB that was issued Friday on the Escape for the front end noise. If it’s a front wheel, the steering wheel will usually shimmy. Well if the idler pulley is bad you wont feel the vibration in the front end. My husband claims it comes from the back left wheel well while I claim that it comes from the front left wheel well. If you are driving a 2009 Ford FOCUS, or if you are planning to purchase one, then it is important that you review reported Suspension problems and defects.Total reports: 20. Vehicle less than 2 weeks old. Naturally I’d like to be armed with all the options before I take it in. Did I mention the customer was demanding this software? Now let me add something new to this problem. then they refuse to believe the technician (for some reason the net has more authority) and even more time is wasted. The first time i took it to a shop they told me 3 of my wheels were bent and so was my right tie end rod and now i just had them all replaced this week. The source of the vibration may be difficult to determine because any of the front end components can be a source. If it hits hard enough to break a sidewall or bend a wheel, it can do other damage as well. ... but I thought it was just a vibration. Everyone is an “expert”. They don’t always growl or exhibit play. It is definitely a “rotating” noise, i.e., it speeds up with the speed of the wheels. Just replaced tires and rotor … read more My 2017 RS front end is making knocking noice, like a Tupperware box with something rattling in it. All New Ford Focus Active Crossover Blends Suv Versatility And Class. I ll post my findings when done. 2003 Ford Focus Front End Noise. I will suggest, for the potential benefit of anyone reading this thread, that the most helpful thing to do is describe the symptoms as accurately as you can - just like going to the doctor. I am having a problem with front end noise; it seems to be an alternating rubbing/bumping sound; like when the turning wheel hits the same spot, I get the noise. My Ford Focus Has Been In The Shop Several Times For A Noise In The Front End. Vibration at about 60 mph is often from an unbalanced wheel. Suddenly, the front end collapsed without warning. No, but all too often I’ve heard it mentioned as a way to protect against getting taken by an untrustworthy shop (I doubt it helps, but that’s another subject). If it’s a front wheel, the steering wheel will usually shimmy. Is this considered normal? ASEMASTER6371, yes I can upload a video for you. (This happened in Seattle BTW) Is it the bushing behind the seal in the transmission that’s bad or could just the axle be worn down? Had the front end aligned and the motor mount replaced. I saw a video on YouTube where the 2012 focus was having problems with the lower spring cups rattling during suspension travel and the noise was identical. Not being snarky - I’m an auto repair professional, and I don’t understand this. 2001 Ford Focus ZTS-Getting a lot of road noise from the right front end. Page 2 of 2 < Prev 1 2. Now it does have slack where axle goes into the transmission. That fixed the majority of the problems. I stopped hanging out at a couple of Volvo owner websites for just this reason, the idiot factor got too high. The vibration is most noticeable when the transmission is engaged in reverse. I would also like agree with Gary T about the shop. When in fact is just shit. If your Ford Focus has a lot of engine vibration that you feel inside the car, here is how to fix it. Back to dealer again for 5th time. They are working with Ford engineers to solve the problem. Not all symptoms of collision damage show up immediately. Like something is loose. I am guessing that Gary T has had those exact same encounters. Replaced the bearing and hub as a kit and all is well. However, as the oscillating noise did not develop throughout the duration of the trip (another 1200 miles) in addition to a few hundred more commuting miles, he is claiming in fact that this could not be the cause of the oscillation. Steering wheel shimmy can also be caused by play in steering linkage parts. If you feel you cannot trust them, why are you going there? My car had been vibrating pretty badly and creates a really loud thumping noise inside. Bottom line, massive amount of time wasted, because “he heard it on the net”[/TS] I've had good luck with the local ford dealer, they diagnosed the clutch packs almost immediately just by a quick drive. Naturally I’d like to be armed with all the options before I take it in. As someone who used to own one, I can almost guarantee this answer. I found myself wondering what the thought process was behind the desire to know, what the motivation was. Is wanting to know what could be going on so unusual? So, why? Got it off the net was the answer. Have a loud winding sound that sounds like grip tires coming from the front. The vehicle exhibited front suspension failure and roadside assistance was called to the scene. The phrasing “naturally I’d like to be armed” seemed to point in that direction, and suggested to me something more than basic curiosity. If you take it in complaining about front end damage, then they’ll already know you’re prepared for the worst, and may be likely to augment the amount of damage they happen to discover.