2001 Ford Escape Grinding noise while turning right only?

MARITIMER95GT

MEMBER
2001 FORD ESCAPE
6 CYL
AWD
AUTOMATIC
107,000 MILES

When the car is above 20mph, a severe grinding noise and vibration comes from front suspension only when the wheels are turned to the right. When turning to the left, the noise and vibration dissapears. The grinding noise and vibration is getting progressively worseas time goes on. When it first started it was barely noticable. I plan on replacing the parts on my own, but I'm not sure if it's the wheel bearings, the shafts, or something else for that matter. If needed I'd be happy to send a sound clip or a video of the problem.

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 AT 9:49 PM

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MATHIASO

MECHANIC
1,209 POSTS

Hello maritimer95gt

Raise the front of the car.
Grasp the tire on the right side at 12 and 6 o'clock positions and attempt to rock it. If you feel any play, the bearings are loose and need to be replaced. Also, rotate the tire by hand. Any roughness or noise from the bearings would also tell you the bearings are worn or damaged and need to be replaced.
Check other suspension parts while the car is raised;
Ball joint. Stabilizer bar link.
When the problem is identified I'll tell what you will need to do

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Thursday, January 14th, 2010 AT 10:51 AM