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Loud thumping noise from rear end?

Tiny
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  • 2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
  • 4.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
The driver's side rear wheel bearing was replaced recently and now there's a thumping noise. Sounds as if the tire is going flat.
Friday, November 11th, 2022 AT 3:56 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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So, this can happen when grease has contaminated the brake pads, which sometimes happens when the repair job is done. Also, I would check the rear wheel tire lugs. Here is a guide to help. You can remove the tire as well to check to make sure the brake caliper is secure.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/wheel-removal-and-re-installation

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Friday, November 11th, 2022 AT 11:17 AM
Tiny
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Thank you for your response to my question. It turned out to be the passenger side wheel bearing. I now have to find out why this is the third time I have replaced this side.
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Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 AT 6:17 PM
Tiny
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It could be a bent differential housing or low gear oil. Here is the job being done on a similar vehicle, the process is the same:

https://youtu.be/zarxKsspr3s

Please go over this guide and report back.

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Thursday, November 17th, 2022 AT 5:06 PM

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