1995 Honda Accord Rattle front passenger wheel area

Avatar
BRUCE STARR
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
1995 Honda Accord 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive 170000 miles

When driving, rattle sound in the form of a loud ticking sound noticeable inside the car with the windows up on passenger side front wheel area. It stops when the brake is applied, starts again when released. It stops when even slight acceleration occurs on an incline but is noticeable when going down hill, even with acceleration, although the sound is somewhat diminished. No vibrational feedback is felt in the steering wheel at any time. The sound increases in speed as the tire speed increases. Was told that it needed a rack and pinion steering assy. The passenger side wheel bearing was replaced a short time ago for more of a thumping sound, which caused that sound to stop.
Dec 8, 2008 at 7:50 AM
Avatar
BRUCE HUNT
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 3,754 POSTS
Often times the sound you might be hearing comes from a CV axle. Try looking at the boots on the axles. What is their condition?
Dec 8, 2008 at 9:16 AM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle