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MDS40 · Apr 3rd, 2021, 11:19

I know you have checked but it does seem to point to a wheel bearing if its related to road speed as opposed to engine speed.

I found a bearing fault by driving under a bridge with the window open and could hear it. ( On my previous car, not the S40 )

Scottyg · Apr 5th, 2021, 14:42

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Originally Posted by MDS40

I know you have checked but it does seem to point to a wheel bearing if its related to road speed as opposed to engine speed.

I found a bearing fault by driving under a bridge with the window open and could hear it. ( On my previous car, not the S40 )

Thanks MDS40. There is a hint of wheel bearing noise from it. The noise goes from being pretty quiet to really noticeable. I'll have them do a full check on the car when it's in for the fuel filter change.

Kev0607 · Apr 5th, 2021, 14:47

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Originally Posted by Scottyg

Thanks MDS40. There is a hint of wheel bearing noise from it. The noise goes from being pretty quiet to really noticeable. I'll have them do a full check on the car when it's in for the fuel filter change.

Just remember that a wheel bearing isn't always distinguished with a loose wheel.

You can have a noisy bearing, but the wheel could still have literally no movement when you check for play with the car jacked up.

Scottyg · May 3rd, 2021, 16:32

Turns out it was the Offside wheel bearing that had failed. Changed and noise all stopped.

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MDS40 Senior Member Last Online: Apr 1st, 2024 17:55 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Berkshire	I know you have checked but it does seem to point to a wheel bearing if its related to road speed as opposed to engine speed. I found a bearing fault by driving under a bridge with the window open and could hear it. ( On my previous car, not the S40 ) __________________ 2006 S40 2.4 SE Auto. Ruby Red. 83K Miles Some previous cars include: Jaguar x type: Mazda 6 : Mazda 626: Ford Sierra 2.0: Toyota Celica ST 1600 : Hillman Avenger: Triumph Spitfire: Oh and a Volvo 340 GL 1984 company car from new.

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Scottyg New Member Last Online: May 3rd, 2021 16:32 Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Wormit	Turns out it was the Offside wheel bearing that had failed. Changed and noise all stopped.

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