2005 Chevrolet Malibu humming noise

2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU
211,000 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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REDBONE
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I have a humming noise coming from the front driver side wheel,I replaced both cv-axles and put new tires on the front.What could cause the humming noise?
Oct 10, 2015 at 5:07 PM
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This is extremely common on any car brand. A front wheel bearing is noisy. Half shafts don't make noise except for a little clicking when the outer joint is severely worn.

One word of warning. The replacement bearing will instantly become noisy if proper installation procedures aren't followed. In particular, there must never be any vehicle weight on the bearing unless it is torqued to specs with a click-type torque wrench. Most bearings call for around 180 foot pounds, but some GM models are as high as 240 foot pounds.
Oct 10, 2015 at 8:52 PM