1996 Ford Explorer whirriling and howling

1996 FORD EXPLORER
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SNOWDOGO1
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I have a 1996 Ford explorer that is making what sounds like a whirriling or howling noise coming from the front when the engine is put under load with the transmission. When I put the vechile in neutral and rev the engine I don't hear it, but when it is in gear and moving at about 25 MPH I hear this noise. There is no clicking heard on turning. Can it be my wheel bearings or something worst? Thanks
Sep 13, 2010 at 12:08 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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IT sounds like a wheel bearing. Does the sound change when turning?
Sep 13, 2010 at 11:52 PM
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