d215yq
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Was checking the shocks pre MOT and realised back right wheel makes a huge squeak/creak when pressed down. Something like opening an old pram mechanism. I had heard a little squeak while driving and thought it might be belt squeaking or something but out the car next to it it is rather louder and deeper.
So I jacked car up and wheel does not move in any direction, shock absorber absorbs shocks, ride height correct, etc.
So is it just some rubber drying out and should soaking area with silicone spray help? I assume if not dangerous the noise is not an MOT failure in itself.
It's done a lot of miles over uneven mountain roads and last two weeks have been around 40 degrees so maybe that's why it's dried out? Any tips appreciated,
Ben
So I jacked car up and wheel does not move in any direction, shock absorber absorbs shocks, ride height correct, etc.
So is it just some rubber drying out and should soaking area with silicone spray help? I assume if not dangerous the noise is not an MOT failure in itself.
It's done a lot of miles over uneven mountain roads and last two weeks have been around 40 degrees so maybe that's why it's dried out? Any tips appreciated,
Ben