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A loud noise on my 2001 Dodge Dakota, what is it?

Old Jan 9, 2015 | 11:13 PM
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Default A loud noise on my 2001 Dodge Dakota, what is it?

There is this loud, churning noise every time I turn the wheels left. I already changed the front left side bearing and I still have the same noise. What else could it be? Please answer.
 
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Old Jan 10, 2015 | 01:06 AM
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Need more info in order for us to help better.

Is it a 4x4?

Happen at all speeds? Just slow/just fast?

Slight turn? Full turn?


If it's a 4x4, the axle U-joint can cause a churning noise when they freeze up.

Usually only makes noise when turning, not so much going straight.
 
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Old Jan 11, 2015 | 12:48 PM
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The dodge is a two wheel drive truck and this happens when I make a slight turn. You can also slightly hear it while we are going straight. Is it the bearing? If so which one?
 
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Old Jan 18, 2015 | 07:18 PM
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I would always change the hub bearing in pairs. Not just one bearing.
 
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Old Jan 22, 2015 | 12:33 PM
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I just changed the hubs on my 03; pretty simple job if you're used to doing brakes. Do the complete hub..forget about swapping just bearings because the reluctor nubs for anti-lock pick-ups will be shot, or ready to split based on your truck age. You will need a 35mm socket and a torque wrench..mine needed 185 ft lbs I believe. Hubs are cheaper on line than at the parts store.
 
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Old Jan 23, 2015 | 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by jwalton1943
I just changed the hubs on my 03; pretty simple job if you're used to doing brakes. Do the complete hub..forget about swapping just bearings because the reluctor nubs for anti-lock pick-ups will be shot, or ready to split based on your truck age. You will need a 35mm socket and a torque wrench..mine needed 185 ft lbs I believe. Hubs are cheaper on line than at the parts store.
Best verify per year and drivetrain in terms of what size the axle nut will be...

My 02 4x4 used a 32mm socket, but the 185 ft lbs sounds about right.
 
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