'97 GMC Jimmy Noise- Rear - please help!
motownhawkeye
09-20-2010, 12:13 PM
Hello,
I have a 1997 4WD GMC Jimmy and have been experiencing noises coming from the rear of my car while in motion for 3-4 days now. I do not hear anything when I brake, even if I slightly use or strongly step on the brakes. The noise only occurs when in motion so based off the quick research I did on the web I am led to believe this is a wheel bearing or brake issue. Any suggestions?
FYI, sometimes the noise doesn't start immediately when I proceed from a stop sign, but usually starts up within 15-40 feet of the stop no matter how slow or quickly I accelerate.
I am heading to the shop later but any info in advance is much appreciated!!!
-MoHawkeye
I have a 1997 4WD GMC Jimmy and have been experiencing noises coming from the rear of my car while in motion for 3-4 days now. I do not hear anything when I brake, even if I slightly use or strongly step on the brakes. The noise only occurs when in motion so based off the quick research I did on the web I am led to believe this is a wheel bearing or brake issue. Any suggestions?
FYI, sometimes the noise doesn't start immediately when I proceed from a stop sign, but usually starts up within 15-40 feet of the stop no matter how slow or quickly I accelerate.
I am heading to the shop later but any info in advance is much appreciated!!!
-MoHawkeye
old_master
09-22-2010, 05:56 PM
Drum or disc brakes in the rear? If disc, it could be the parking brake shoe hardware broke allowing the shoe to flop around or drag on the rotor/drum assembly. If drum brakes, a return spring may have broke and is rolling around in the drum. Best to take it apart and inspect it. Have you checked universal joints? Could possibly be a wheel bearing also.
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