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A squeak I'm unsure of

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Old Sep 7, 2007 | 11:00 PM
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A squeak I'm unsure of

When I make right turns, I am getting a squeaking noise coming from (what seems like) the drivers side front wheel area.

When I make left turns, no noise expression.

The noise seems to be getting progressively worse.

Asked my local mechanic, he wasn't sure, but I suggested the wheel bearing, and he stated it's a possibility.

Any ideas?
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Old Sep 8, 2007 | 07:10 AM
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I take it no one wants to take a stab at this one?
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Old Sep 8, 2007 | 07:29 AM
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Too many moving parts in the front suspension/steering to make a guess over the internet- all of which are relatively easy to check or eliminate in person.

Not a bad idea to repack your front bearings if you've never done so- but the "squeak" could just as easily be the ball joint, tie rod end, sway bar linkage or strut upper mount.
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Old Sep 8, 2007 | 04:34 PM
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Maybe you should inspect your suspension or have someone else inspect it. It's a standard maintenance item. See Haynes manual or the FSM from the FAQ.
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Old Sep 11, 2007 | 07:51 AM
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Found this while searching for something else...

A squeek would make me look at bushings (rubber/polyurethane), mounts, and so forth.
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