tire noise

1996 CADILLAC DEVILLE
180,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DONALD_1987
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i have a 96 cadillac deville and everytime i go over 46 mph i hear a thumping noise what could it be? i have check to make sure my lug nuts are all tight and that my wheel weights are there...
not sure what else to check
i also hear a whirring type of noise everytime i drive it from my front drivers side wheel...any idea what that is my guess is the axle
Feb 25, 2011 at 2:49 AM
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CADIEMAN
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sounds like a rear hub bearing. you should have replaced both by now. whriling could be the axle.or in the brakes does it change when u apply brakes?? also remove the hubcap and test drive goodluck
Feb 25, 2011 at 8:07 PM
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FACTORYJACK
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If the noise changes as you sway the vehicle left and right, it could be faulty hub bearings in the front, on either, or both sides.
Mar 5, 2011 at 3:59 AM
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FIXITMR
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continuous thump noise can you tell if it's front or back? i would suspect wheel/tire for loose or balance or bulge.
Mar 5, 2011 at 5:14 AM
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FIXITMR
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you could have someone follow you on road and inspect wheels/tires for problems. the 1 that jumps/bounces around on smooth road whoop! ther it is.
Mar 5, 2011 at 5:19 AM