2001 Ford Taurus GROANING NOISE WHILE DRIVING

J96962008

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2001 FORD TAURUS
6 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
178,000 MILES

I am hearing a groaning noise while driving. I do not hear the noise when idling. I turned off the radio and the a/c to make sure that they were not causing noise. Noise sounds like a light "roaring" or a fan motor. Car runs like normal but I am afraid this is the warning for something. Please help.

Monday, May 3rd, 2010 AT 12:50 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Does the sound change with speed or when turning?

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Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 AT 8:15 AM

J96962008

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The sound does not change with turning. The sound changes - seems to get louder when coasting at 45 mph - no acceleration but just taking foot off gas.

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Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 AT 10:07 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Check and make sure the current tires are not cupped or worn unevenly? It almost sounds like a bad wheel bearing. If the tires are good, check for excessive play in the wheels.

Let me know what you find.

Joe

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Thursday, May 13th, 2010 AT 7:19 AM