I've noticed a chirping noise coming from the front driver's side wheel

2007 FORD F-150
32,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JNEMES
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For about 6 months I've noticed a chirping noise coming from the front driver's side wheel. It's not loud, but very noticeable when you have the windows down. I mainly notice it coasting about 20-30 mph, or going through quiet parking lots. The chirping gets faster as the truck goes faster. It almost sounds like one part of the wheel rubs against something every time there is a full revolution. The squeak is comparable to what a cricket sounds like. I thought it was the brakes because the noise stops when I gently apply the brakes, but I had a brake inspection and they said the brakes were only about 1/2 worn. The noise also seems to stop when I turn to the right. Any ideas?
Aug 18, 2010 at 1:16 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Based on your description, I feel it is brake related. Even if the pads are good, there is chance the rotor has a slight warp to it and touches the pad in one spot. If it stops when you tough the brakes, that is my first guess.
May 11, 2021 at 1:13 PM
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