Squeaking and Squealing at low speeds

2006 FORD ESCAPE
77,500 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BENP146
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While at low speeds, say below 15 mph, I am hearing a series of squeaks and squeals that seems to originate from somewhere underneath and towards the driver side of the truck. These noises increase and decrease with frequency corresponding to speed, but are not affected by brake modulation (no noticeable change when braking). They are quite loud at first but begin to fade once speeds increase beyond 20 mph until they are almost unnoticeable. The noises also mostly occur while moving forward. Putting the truck into reverse produces one low pitched squeal right as the truck begins to move, but no further noises afterward, and the squeaks only persist when the truck is moving forward. There is also no accompanying vibration, and other than the noise, the truck seems to operate perfectly normal and smooth.

Thanks for your time!
Oct 8, 2014 at 4:04 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Even though the brakes don't change the noise, check to make sure the brake sensor isn't touching the rotor. Also, check to make sure the backing plate behind the rotor isn't bent or rusted and rubbing the rotor. If that all checks out, I need you to check if turning left or right makes a difference.
Oct 8, 2014 at 5:22 PM