Front Wheel Noise

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Amosnorider
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Ok so Im still combing thru my new to me I30. Looking for any necessary repairs.I have noticed a very quite hum from the front left. Its really only noticeable between 15 and 30 mph. Also makes the noise when coasting out of gear. Cannot feel anything in the brake pedal that would suggest warped rotors.Wheel Bearing?Brakes????


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I'd lean towards the bearing, with the exception of the fact that it only does it from 15-30 MPH.

Amosnorider
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Yeah i know its a little perplexing. I think that road noise muffles the noise coming from the wheel at higher speeds. It does not squeak though. Kinda sounds like i have one knobby snow tire installed. I didnt think wheel bearings went bad that often. Not too sure thoughOther suggestions?

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time_tracker
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What about when you drive make quick move with steering wheel one way and then the other and see if it will go away. If it will, it`s bad bearing.

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Might be a busted belt in the tire?

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It's probably the wheel bearing. Have it checked and replace ASAP once confirmed bad. If not, the hub can also be damaged.

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