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Strange Rumble Noise

As your car ages, unfamiliar noises begin to occur. A "rumble-like noise" is one of the more common noises we hear on a road test at our Service center, particularly on oldr vehicles. The sound is very distinguishable. The rumble typically gets louder as you speed up and slows as you slow down. One can usually tell which wheel is causing the noise by turning left or right on a turn at speed.

The wobbling wheel bearing can also cause an incorrect reading going to the Anti-Lock brake computer, illuminating the Anti-brake warning light. Do you need to panic? No.The Anti-Lock brake light indicates you no longer have Anti-Lock Brake function, and you usually still have regular brakes.

Have the "rumble noise" inspected as soon as possible, as the wheel bearing (often a hub assembly) can seize up with no warning. Remember, this information is a basic guideline only. Somehow, Vehicles tend to break most rules we make.

While you are dealing with the rumble noise, it is agreat time to replace the often time neglected brake fluid. Rpelacing the bake fluid can prevent moisture build up and hydraulics parts of the brake system from early failure. Amsoil has just what you need at Amsoil Brake Fluid!

Kerry Stover

Independent

Amsoil Dealer

814-319-6197

As always, the information we share here is to be used at owners risk, no absolutes are intended.