Noise/vibration When Driving

[coolkelure]

01 Avensis 1800 VVTI auto ...When driving at any speed there is a noise/vibration coming from the f/n/s wheel it seems.The only time this stops is when going along a `sweeping` right hand bend,then silence returns,briefIy..I`ve checked the obvious like w/nuts & balancing.There is no `play`in the wheels when checking w/bearings..I have been told it could be the rear engine mounting or a driveshaft.All are expensive in Cork.Apart from that the car is fine,with low mileage for age..Thoughts please.Thanks

[alan333]

Could be a wheel bearing on the way out, but not quite bad enough to show movement yet.

[Konrad C]

Before doing the wheel bearing increase the tyre pressure and see if the noise changes.

For me the wheel bearing is the best bet, but i have been fooled by a tyre going off and sounding like a wheel bearing.

I recently changed my wheel bearing and it is not too difficult. I have my own press.

[Druid Boy]

I would check the tyre first. Maybe swap it from near side to off side and see what difference it makes. Nice cheap way of ruling out a fault in the tyre or wheel before shelling out on repairs.

[coolkelure]

Hi.just an update ..Turns out it was the o/s/r stub axle...

[Konrad C]

The stub axle is very expensive if but as a whole unit. There are cheaper bearing kits, but the problem is removing the ABS wheel!

I would get a second hand unit and it is quick to change.