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Old 12-26-06, 03:06 PM
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rear popping and scrubbing sounds

i have researched and think i probably have two separate problems, but just wanted to double check with you guys.

i have a popping sound when i switch from reverse/forward and vice versa, it also sometimes happens while braking. i think these are my pillowball bushings,

i am also getting a rhythmic scrubbing sound, that increases with speed. i am going to assume this is the rear bearings, it's not terrible, and most people don't notice it, but it is not a sound my car used to make.

anything else it could be? could the bearings be the cause of both noises(that would be nice)?

note: no changes to the rear suspension.
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the popping/clunking definately sounds like pillow ball bushings. don't know about the other sound. could be wheel bearing or something.
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yea i was pretty sure about the clunking

i was listening to it again last night. the scrubbing is more of a clicking sound. still think it is the rear bearings. it happens on throttle, off throttle, car turned off, if it's rolling it makes the sound.
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jack the car up and spin the wheel by hand and see if you can hear/feel anything unusual.
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makes sense. spin the wheels individually.
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