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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: shyboy on 17 July 2009, 11:12:38

Title: Whine from wheel bearings or diff?
Post by: shyboy on 17 July 2009, 11:12:38

My manual 2.6l estate has developed a 'mid-range' whine from the rear and I'm struggling to pin it down.
The car is used for towing a c*****n but this is well within its capabilities, so I doubt this has caused any unusual damage.
The pitch doesn't vary noticably with speed, nor when de-clutching or changing gear, but disappears on left hand bends, but not when turning right.
Would you agree that the most likely cause is a worn rear wheel bearing?
If so, can anyone point me in the direction of a 'How to' in the guides? I can't find one. Is it a job a keen DIY 'mechanic' without specialist tools can tackle?
Thanks,
Bill.

Title: Re: Whine from wheel bearings or diff?
Post by: Jimbob on 17 July 2009, 12:07:13

Sounds like a wheel bearing to me.


Can be easily DIY'd,,,,,or can be an absolute bastard  :'(

mine was seized solid and an absolute nightmare

Title: Re: Whine from wheel bearings or diff?
Post by: Ghost on 17 July 2009, 13:23:17

I agree sounds like your bearing Has dried out need changing.

Title: Re: Whine from wheel bearings or diff?
Post by: Pedro on 17 July 2009, 15:32:40

Wheel bearing clunted, mate.