What is Wrong Here, Hard to find problem?

'00 Ford Contour SE 4 cylinder, 2.0 Engine Front Wheel Drive.



I have a problem where my car vibrates on the freeways and if l'm just driving on the streets, I can hear a low grinding sound... I was told I needed the sway bar links, transmission mounts %26amp; Motor mounts and lower control arms replaced. I have just replaced The Transmission %26amp; engine mounts last year. The sway bar links are covered with grease and the round ends have exposed metal. They said the rubber parts on the lower control arms where worn out. I posted pictures here so you can see the area's I'm talking about. The control arms look like they are lifted or seperated when the car is on the ground, is this how it suppose to look? the transmission is a little too close to the frame, is that normal? It's alot because I tried to get different views. I have changed the cv half shaft, wheel bearing, brake pads %26amp; rotors, and tires, on the side were the vibrating is coming from, but the problems continue. Could these two parts be what is causing the 2 problems if not what could it be? Thanks.



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http://cossiomotorservice.com/Images/P10What is Wrong Here, Hard to find problem?If those bushings are toasted on the control arms, you need new arms. Those bushings can't be replaced. They are an integral part of the arm. The sway bar link would not be the problem. Someone trying to squeeze more money out of you. Also, replace the entire shaft and on both sides. Not just the half shaft.What is Wrong Here, Hard to find problem?If those bushings are worn that could definitely lead to a uneven/rough ride... and either way wouldn't hurt to replace them, specifically the control arms.What is Wrong Here, Hard to find problem?if you havent already check to see if a rim could be bent or even check the tires to make sure they are balanced

What is Wrong Here in Ford Car?

'00 Ford Contour SE 4 cylinder, 2.0 Engine Front Wheel Drive.



I have a problem where my car vibrates on the freeways and if l'm just driving on the streets, I can hear a low grinding sound... I was told I needed the sway bar links, transmission mounts %26amp; Motor mounts and lower control arms replaced. I have just replaced The Transmission %26amp; engine mounts last year. The sway bar links are covered with grease and the round ends have exposed metal. They said the rubber parts on the lower control arms where worn out. I posted pictures here so you can see the area's I'm talking about. The control arms look like they are lifted or seperated when the car is on the ground, is this how it suppose to look? the transmission is a little too close to the frame, is that normal? Also I posted a picture of the cv because it shows a part that is like a gear, don't know if that's how it suppose to be. It's alot because I tried to get different views. I have changed the cv half shaft, wheel bearing, brake pads %26amp; rotors, and tires, on the side were the vibrating is coming from. Could this be what is causing the 2 problemS? . Thanks.



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http://cossiomotorservice.com/Images/P10What is Wrong Here in Ford Car?the trans-axle is usually about 1/4 inch from frame, just make sure it doesn't rub, could have bad hub bearingWhat is Wrong Here in Ford Car?The %26quot;gear%26quot; is the ABS brake sensor wheel. That is used to read whether the wheel is turning or the brakes locked up in a skid. That is most liely not your problem unless you feel the brakes pulsing. Take it to a mechanic at this point. Look at how much you spent for no reason.

How to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?

My car has been making a loud humming noise and I think it's the bearings. I called dealership they say its (bearing) sold as a whole assembly (wheel hub). I've changed bearings before but not a wheel hub. Is it hard? I want to give it a shot. Will I need special tools? Any websites that can help?



Thanks,How to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?If you are familiar with the procedure on replacing front brakes yourself, it's not too difficult. However, you will need some special tools for this particular job, on this particular vehicle. Firstly, jack up the front of the vehicle as far as possible. Second, remove both front wheels. Remove the two 12mm bolts securing the brake caliper to the bracket. Using a broken piece of coathanger, hand caliper up on one of the spring coils. Using a 1/2%26quot; drive short 15mm socket and johnson bar, remove the two 15mm bolts securing the caliper bracket and pads to the steering knuckle. Using a 30mm impact socket with impact gun, remove the axle nut. Using an impact 21mm or 13/16%26quot; socket and impact gun, remove the lower ball joint nut. Using an air hammer with a pointed end, hammer end of shaft INWARD, until shaft moves freely on the hub. Using a pitman arm puller, separate the ball joint from the lower arm. Using the same 15mm impact socket, remove the three bolts that secure the hub to the steering knuckle. Using the air hammer, chisel the hub and bearing assembly from the steering knuckle. Installation is reverse of removal. Hope this helps.How to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?Do you remove the steering knuckle from the car? I am having difficulty removing the hub from the steering knuckle.

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How to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?you need the whole hub for this car. remove the tire the release the axle bolt. remove the brakes the caliper and the rotor. after that you will see 3 or 4 nuts or bolts behind the rotor loosen them and knock on the axle towark the car. then you have to remove the whole assembly. you got to know what you are doing.How to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?most of the other answers are right on, however, depending on where in the country you live, you could have a bunch of corrosion between the steel hub and the aluminum steering knuckle, i did one a few weeks ago and it busted my a$$ and didn't want to come apart, i used a slide hammer with a hub adapter(places like pepboys have them you could borrow) and after some swinging and cursing it came outHow to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?I recommend replacing the hub and bearing assembly as one unit. In most cases when replacing just the bearing, the hub is usually scored by the old bearing and then once its installed your right back at square one with the same problem. Its not a job for amateurs and if not properly installed, you could get hurt while driving. Try to get someone with some automotive repair background to coach you if you insist on doing the job yourself. Its not worth trying to save money if you do the job wrong.

Good luck!How to replace front end bearings in 2000 FORD TAURUS?okay sparky..well its easier than you think..you will need a manual on how to do it like a haynes you can get them at autozone or even at a book store..and then get your parts and jack up the front end and remove the tires and have you ever done the brakes on the front end..you will have to remove all that stuff and the rotor as well..then romove the coter pin and caskel nut and then remove the hub and if the bolts dont come with the new one you will have to remove the old ones or get new ones...and once you put in the new bolts place the hub on too the spindell axel and replace the nut and pin and do the brakes..and then the put the tires back on..and lower the car and dont forget to tighten every thing..I never have done this before but I have seen it done on tv..good luck...no spell check..this time..

Low Noise and electrical problem?

' 00 Ford Contour SE. Front wheel drive



My car has a low grinding noise any time I drive on the street or freeway. It only happens when I'm driving %26amp; not when parked in idle. The noise comes from one side of the car. It sounds like its metal grinding on metal but its not that loud. Its coming from under the pedals on the left side of the car. I have changed the wheel bearings %26amp; Cv shaft that goes from the wheel to the transmission. I was told it could be the hub assembly, is that true,can a worn out or damaged hub assembly cause the noise? Since i replaced the wheel bearing and left the hub assembly there, do i now have to replace the wheel bearing too? what can it be? maybe the tie rod?



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the power locks control switch on the driver %26amp; front passenger side doors don't work, they don't lock any of the doors. How can i find the problem?

Thank You.Low Noise and electrical problem?I'm not all that sure about your noise problem but on your electrical is probably a fuse or like some dealerships they unplug the cord to the switch to make more money off of you. Check your fuses and if thats not it take the door panels off and see if they are unplugged.HOPE IT HELPED!!!

Low Noise and electrical problem on Ford car?

' 00 Ford Contour SE. Front wheel drive My car has a low grinding noise any time I drive on the street or freeway. It only happens when I'm driving %26amp; not when parked in idle. The noise comes from one side of the car. It sounds like its metal grinding on metal but its not that loud. Its coming from under the pedals on the left side of the car. I have changed the wheel bearings %26amp; Cv shaft that goes from the wheel to the transmission. I was told it could be the hub assembly, is that true,can a worn out or damaged hub assembly cause the noise? Since i replaced the wheel bearing and left the hub assembly there, do i now have to replace the wheel bearing too? what can it be? maybe the tie rod end?

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electrical problem - the power locks control switch on the driver %26amp; front passenger side doors don't work, they don't lock any of the doors. How can i find the problem?Low Noise and electrical problem on Ford car?Your electrical problem could be a fuse check them out.

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What causes a grabbing noise like after changing the front brake pads on a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan?

It was making like a grabbing noise ( don't know how to explain it) every time you stepped on the brakes. Replaced the front brake shoes (which was worn down and needed to be replaced) Took it for a test drive and now that noise is alot louder then what it was before. It is coming from the passenger front side. I noticed on that right side rotor passengers side it had some grooves in the rotor. Which means that the brakes been down to far. But anyway the new shoes should wear in where it shouldn't make any noise but still does. Got over 50 miles on the new brake shoes. Would the wheel bearing be going out on that side? That is my only thought now.What causes a grabbing noise like after changing the front brake pads on a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan?There has been a rash of bad pads on the market recently. Some pads emit a gas when heated up just a little. Essentially Fart ing out between the pads and rotors making a horrible groan at very low speeds.

How do you remove the spindle from the knuckle?

My Dad is changing the bearings on the front passenger side of my Nissan Sentra Classic 1992. (front wheel drive) He have the tool for the bearing. Except we can't get to them. He's gotten to the point where he can see the bearings on one side (the side the faces towards the motor). However, we can't figure out how to remove the spindle from the knuckle (the outside facing part). That's the part that hooks up to the wheel with 4 bolts sticking out. Thank you.How do you remove the spindle from the knuckle?There's no such thing as a %26quot;spindle%26quot; on the front end of FWD cars. The stub shaft of the CV shaft serves that purpose. Kind of. And since you've already removed the CV....



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http://www.autozone.com/az/cds/en_us/090How do you remove the spindle from the knuckle?remove the lower control arm joint, the tie rod joint, and the strut. remove the cv shaft nut and remove any bolts that might be holding a brake hose on.How do you remove the spindle from the knuckle?theirs a tool out there that you can pull the gear off the spindle you would have to look it you im not sure what it's called tho