2002 Chevy Cavalier grinding noise in rear end

2002 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
91,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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WEIGOLDY
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My right rear end is making a grinding noise. I think it;s the wheel bearings. Maybe axle bearings? It gets worse when I slow down or turn. Less at higher speeds.
How long can I drive like this? I only drive about 20 -25 miles per day.
Sep 19, 2008 at 12:05 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Check the bearings by raising the rear, putting on jackstands. Grasp the rear wheel and pull/push both vertically and horizontally, if there is any movement then it is probably a bearing.

Also check the brakes, and do not drive it with this condition, there are many things that can happen, none of which are good.
Sep 21, 2008 at 7:41 AM
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WEIGOLDY
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thanks for the reply.
I took it to the shop that had just done my brakes.
They found a spring had popped out and they just replacd it! NO CHARGE!
Sep 21, 2008 at 9:00 AM
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