So the issues began thanksgiving night I couldn't really see driving home and hit a corner of a curb – hard – popped my tire and I changed it put the spare on got it home. & had to get a new rim which the only available was a steel one, but originally my tiers were all aluminum. The new tier and new steel rim are now on my front passenger side. (The other 3 are still aluminum) When I drove it withh the spare I heard a rubbing sound BUT found that the spare was a bit flat as well. Once the new tier is on I now hear a knocking as the wheel turns. Is his safe to drive ? And what am I pos
Hi there. Chances are the noise heard from the right front wheel is the result of the replacement rim and tire. This may not be safe to drive and should be corrected, before continued driving. If the rim is correct by application, double checking the lug nuts for proper tightness would be a good place to start. Something may have bent with the impact to the curb. Proper diagnoses should be performed to avoid unnecessary repairs. I recommend having your vehicle’s knocking as the wheel turns be diagnosed and repaired by a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic.
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If the tires have recently been replaced or rotated it is possible that the lug nuts weren`t tightened to the wheel correctly. This may cause a knocking sound to be heard.
Bad Ball Joints: Ball joints connect the vehicle`s wheel hubs to the rest of the suspension components. Depending on the vehicle, one or two ball joints per wheel and may or may not be load bearing. If a ball joint is beginning to fail, you may notice a clunking noise coming from the front wheels.
Tie Rods: A clunking noise when turning typically means there`s a loose or broken tie rod. Sway Bar Link: With a failing sway bar link, you will not only notice a knocking noise while you are turning but also poor handling.
The noise could be a from a tire that is separated or one of the front axles joints being bad. If you do not feel anything in the steering when the noise is happening, then the noise is most likely from an inner axle joint on one of the axles.
When a wheel hub bearing wears out, it puts extra stress on the CV-joint. That can cause the knocking/clunking noise when you turn the vehicle.
Loose flywheel or flexplate bolts make a rattling or knocking sound that changes with engine speed. It`s heard behind the engine, where it mounts to the transmission bellhousing.
Damaged or Worn-out Control Arms Worn-out control arms may cause the wheels to move out of alignment, which causes the vehicle to make a clunking noise as you steer the wheels on a bump. The damage may be extended to the body mount and cause the cab compartment to vibrate.
Rod Knock:
Worn Bearings The rod bearings facilitate smooth piston movement, but they can become worn out or come out of position over time. As the bearings wear out, the pistons will start to rattle against the crankshaft, creating a very similar knocking sound.
If your car makes noise when turning right but not left, the issue is most likely caused by a problem with the steering system—like worn-out tie rods or a damaged rack and pinion—or issues with the suspension system, like damaged, loose, or worn-out struts and shocks.
If you hear a clicking or popping sound coming from your wheels, chances are, it isn`t actually your wheels making those noises but your suspension or drive system. The most common cause of these sounds is damaged and dying CV joints.
A knocking sound when going over bumps can indicate a problem with the suspension struts. There might be a clanking sound of metal hitting metal when you go over bumps. This could show the rubber bushes that join parts of the suspension have failed.
FAULTY KNOCK SENSOR: SYMPTOMS
Engine warning light comes on. Error code is stored. Reduced engine power. Increased fuel consumption.
Knocking Sound
As the cv joint wears down, it becomes less able to absorb shock and vibrations. This can cause the knocking sound, as well as other problems like a vibration when you`re driving. If you`re experiencing any of these symptoms, it`s important to get your cv axle shaft replaced as soon as possible.
Flywheels – When They Should Be Changed
The most important thing to check is the flatness of the flywheel because any small degree of warpage (or “runout”) will cause problems. Using a dial indicator or a straight edge across the flywheel at different points will give an indication if there`s any wobble.
The components that may contribute to the noise include tie-rod ends, ball joints, seals, bushings, and bearings. Loose wheel. Loose wheel lugs and/or covers will cause friction between the enveloping part of the tire and the wheel surface it covers. This may cause squealing noises as you turn.
The most common being a bad tie rod end. It can be the outer tie rod end at the wheel or the inner tie rod end in the rack and pinion. Both of these are common failures. It can also be the strut or strut mount.
There are multiple reasons your wheel may be rubbing against your wheel well, including misalignment and out of round tires. An out of round tire is either underinflated or has become disfigured from wear and tear. These tires are uneven, causing one side to rub against the wheel well. Or your tires are the wrong size.
Potential issues that may cause front end clunking are: Loose or damaged tie rod. Loose or damaged tires or tire lug nuts. Loose or damaged wheel bearings or ball joints.
I bought two new tires and rims to put on my car and I want to know if I can make them fit.
ANSWER : Hi there. Anytime you purchase new tires and wheels that are not OEM options (which this 225/45zr17 is not), you risk creating multiple issues that will impact the vehicles performance such as ABS operation, speedometer, cruise control, and braking.
The standard rule used to be, for every inch in wheel size, you need to decrease aspect ratio (the 55 number) by one (making it a 50-series tire). Width would also increase by one size (to 215 from 205). By having a wider tire on there than is recommended, you also risk having turning radius issues and braking suspension components.
Due to these facts, I wouldn’t recommend putting those wheel and tires on your vehicle. If you were to install them, you’d need to purchase new lug nuts that are snug for that individual bolt pattern. Since we can’t see them; it’s impossible to tell you for certain if the ones you have will work.
If you’d like to know for sure, consider having one of our mobile technicians come to your home to inspect your car and suggest what to do from there.