FTO expert needed...

pixie · Post by **pixie** » Sun Dec 21, 2008 11:53 am

newbie here...
i have a fto, theres a noise coming from somwhere around the back rear tyre,either when i slow down put on the brakes or turning, i dont much about cars any help will be appreciated.

Post by **I8A4RE** » Sun Dec 21, 2008 1:37 pm

umm could be a whel bearing or even brake pads getting worn. Can you describe the noise?

pixie · Post by **pixie** » Sun Dec 21, 2008 3:35 pm

thanx for your reply..umm its kinda like a clicky sound when i turn left...if its the wheel bearin is that exp to change or...

Post by **I8A4RE** » Sun Dec 21, 2008 3:56 pm

Clicky noise usually indicates a cv joint but that comes from the front of the car not the rear.

Jack the front of the car up, start engine, put car in gear and then turn steering wheel from side to side apply some acceleration if necessary while you get someone to listen for the noise to identify whether it is come from front or back.

From what you have described though i would definitly say cv joint. im not sure on how much a new cv joint but you would be looking at a workshop charging a couple of hrs labour.

I suggest sourcing the part yourself then getting someone like bennoz to swap it over for you. Its a pretty easy job.

eddiii · Post by **eddiii** » Sun Dec 21, 2008 6:33 pm

if its a cv joint..would cost from 150-250$ depends if the mechanic would rip u off and the quality of the cv joint.

pixie · Post by **pixie** » Mon Dec 22, 2008 12:05 am

ah kz thanx heapz...ill try those things out to see whur the noise is actualli coming from

Post by **I8A4RE** » Mon Dec 22, 2008 10:38 am

No worries make sure the wheels are off the ground when you start it though

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