Squeaky Front End
JK Newbie
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From: Glendale, AZ
I too have been squealing for a while now. Every time I go to the dealership, it becomes so faint I feel like I'm crazy...or they think I'm crazy...
Did the tech mention anything about safety or durability during off-roading?
Did the tech mention anything about safety or durability during off-roading?
JK Jedi
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From: Colorado
I have the same sound. I haven't taken it into the dealer yet. I couldn't tell if it was a break caliber not letting go or the driveshaft. I was leaning towards the driveshaft since the noise didn't seem to be effected by break pressure. Mine has not done it since the weather has gotten colder.
I have been wondering if my issue was really corrected by the replaced wheel bearings, or if was cooler temps masking it. I haven't heard it since they replaced them, but it has been significantly cooler since getting it back as well.
JK Jedi
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From: Colorado
The tech was sort of hinting that this may a bigger fix than just a new pinion seal or bearings. He told me any time DC puts a freeze on fixing an issue it's usually a pretty big deal. His guess was a faulty design in the new styl d30 but he didn't elaborate on what exactly that fault would be. My new solution is to tell people it's the brake drying feature like on the BMW's
I'd like to say Im mad but it's under warranty, DC's on the road to fixing it and... I still get more chicks with my squeaky Jeep than other guys get with their compensation mobiles (lifted full size road queens).
I'd like to say Im mad but it's under warranty, DC's on the road to fixing it and... I still get more chicks with my squeaky Jeep than other guys get with their compensation mobiles (lifted full size road queens).Maybe they'll offer D44's as a replacement
I'd even chip in on the cost different over a D30 replacement. One can dream.
JK Super Freak
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From: Oxnard, CA
Guys, would you please identify your front end/rear ends when describing noises, etc. It makes if hard to know if we should look at ours as a potential problems if all we know is front end noise, etc.
JK Jedi
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From: Colorado
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From: west chester,pa/glenwood springs, co
The noise is in the front end of the vehicle. It usually doesn't happen until the vehicle is warmed up ( my experience). It is not rpm related and stops when the vehicle is not moving so its drive train related. It sounds kind of like brakes squealing or if a bearing on a pulley is going bad. once again its not engine related just examples of noise.
The best way to hear it is drive around for a couple miles get everything warmed up. Then roll down all your windows and drive under a rail road bridge or tunnel or through a bank drive thou. Anything with walls. Do not stop just coast through at 5mph.If you have the problem then you will hear it. Try to do it where there are no cars or other ambient noise. Mine is bad enough i can hear it just going down the road.
The best way to hear it is drive around for a couple miles get everything warmed up. Then roll down all your windows and drive under a rail road bridge or tunnel or through a bank drive thou. Anything with walls. Do not stop just coast through at 5mph.If you have the problem then you will hear it. Try to do it where there are no cars or other ambient noise. Mine is bad enough i can hear it just going down the road.
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JK Newbie
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From: Walnut Creek, CA
Thats interesting that your D44 is having issues as, well the memo mentioned nothing about the 44 and refered only to the d30. Maybe when the TSB comes out it will cover both...who knows. Im on the phone literally everyday with my service department asking if they've heard anything (they must love me by now) and I'll let you guys know as soon as I hear anything.
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From: west chester,pa/glenwood springs, co
Thats interesting that your D44 is having issues as, well the memo mentioned nothing about the 44 and refered only to the d30. Maybe when the TSB comes out it will cover both...who knows. Im on the phone literally everyday with my service department asking if they've heard anything (they must love me by now) and I'll let you guys know as soon as I hear anything.
