Could be a wheel bearing, brake pads worn,
i have a grinding noise on the front left wheel. i have taken the calipa off and i have one brake pad that is shot. could it be that or can it still be the bearing. how can i find out.
an ostrich
Could be a bad CV joint or something to that nature.depends on what kind of noise it is
Depends on where in the front... could be breaks, something in the wheel/wheelwell
wheel bearing
possibly brake pads worn down
In my experience, any noise coming from the wheel bearings is an indicator of wear - and ultimately a repair job in my future. See "Related Questions" below for questions/procedures on Windstar front wheel bearing replacement.
Could be the bearings.
wheel bearing(s)
Check the wheel bearing.
the noise could be coming from either a bad wheel bearing or something wrong in front axle.
Worn left front wheel bearing.