After replacing the suspension there is a loud howling noise?

2001 HONDA CRV
200,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CYNTHIA WALKER
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just replaced complete all-around suspension. took a test drive and 35 MPH a loud howling noise starts.
Apr 8, 2024 at 7:32 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Have you checked to make sure nothing is rubbing? Is the sound loud enough to record and upload for me to hear?

Also, when you replaced them, did you replace the entire strut assembly or only the shock portion?

Let me know.

joe

A howling sound is usually the result of a failed bearing (wheel/hub). Does the sound change pitch when making turns?

Let me know.

joe
Apr 8, 2024 at 7:46 PM
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STRAILER
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This is common when the bearing hub goes out, depending on which side you hear the noise on, here is how to change the hub out.

Here is a video to show how to press out the axle bearing with instructions below for your car:

https://youtu.be/_FzmmBoa4Tg?si=Y7DM7_yCRMz53x-d

Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response to the problem so we can see what's going on.
Apr 9, 2024 at 6:45 PM