I've been having a rattling noise coming from my back left tire. I've been told it may be the u joint but now

Question

it's grinding really bad. I'm not so sure it's the u joint anymore, at first the rattling was only when i turned to the left, then it started when i was going straight and now it sounds like metal on metal. any suggestions???

Answer 1

Check lug bolts first and if OK could be rear brake shoe or caliper depending on year and make of vehicle. for safety sake have a mechanic check ASAP!

Answer 2

1.

Park the car

2. Using the tire wrench that comes with your car check to see if the nuts/bolts that hold the tire in place are tight.

3. If the grinding continues you need to do added investigations. It may be a bearing, or may be a dragging brake shoe or pad.

Good Luck,

Eric

Answer 3

Check lugs nuts, brake caliper, wheel bearings. Don't drive it 'till you fix it, you could lose the wheel and tire,