2000 Ford Taurus Vibration and Clacking

2000 FORD TAURUS
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ELIM769
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2000 Ford Taurus, 92K miles. Driving at speeds 40-55 MPH @ 2000 RPM, I am experiencing a slight pulsating vibration when easing off gas pedal and hearing a scraping/clacking sound that seems to be coming from under the front of the car. Above 2000 RPM, the noise/vibration disappear. I cannot exactly pinpoint what this is, but something does not feel right. When parked it is ok. And driving at speeds of under 25 MPH it is ok also. Any idea what to look for. Thanks. :?: :?: :?:
Mar 8, 2006 at 12:58 PM
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2CARPRO BOB
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Check you CV joints on your front drive axles.
Mar 11, 2006 at 12:43 PM
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PEPPERMRJ
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Turn the steering wheel all the way in one directon and drive and listen. You should be able to hear the clicking.

Good luck and let us know. :)
Mar 11, 2006 at 2:44 PM
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Check the CV joints on the front drive axles. Turn the steering wheel fully in one direction, drive, and listen for clicking to help confirm a worn CV joint.

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The owner of a 2000 Ford Taurus with 92,000 miles reports a slight pulsating vibration and a scraping or clacking sound from under the front at 40-55 mph around 2000 rpm when easing off the gas. The symptoms disappear above 2000 rpm and are not present when parked or below 25 mph. Experts recommend checking the front drive axle CV joints and listening for clicking with the steering wheel turned fully in one direction while driving.

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