BecauseTheInternet
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Ok so I have had my 09 GTI for a few months now. I just did the 60k service and had the intake manifold replaced. I haven't had the suspension/tires/brakes checked yet so it may just be some suspension/brake rubbage but I want to check first.
Here are my current concerns with my car that I can't figure out
1) Low grinding noise from front end
It almost sounds like metal on metal but it is not very loud. It happens even when slightly turning, no other sounds from what I can hear. I can feel it directly below my feet in the driver's seat.
2) High pitch whine in 1st and 2nd gear
I have read that this isn't a big deal but it is rather annoying to listen to. Is this just something I have to live with?
3) Rear end groans loudly when steering wheel is in full lock left and right
If I am parked or stationary and turn the wheel all the wheel, the rear end groans like the suspension or something metal is bending to compensate.
4) When AC is on, it sounds really bad
Like concern #1, but louder. It sounds and feels almost exactly the same but way worse. I have to turn it off when I am in a low speed zone or stuck in traffic because it just sounds/feels so horrible.
I have research it quite a bit and it seems it can be a number of things from steering rack, strut mounts, wheel bearings, etc...but none of them really sound exactly like my issue...
I could probably take it to the shop and have them look at it but if I can figure out what it is I'd be happy to fix it at home.
Thanks for reading.
Here are my current concerns with my car that I can't figure out
1) Low grinding noise from front end
It almost sounds like metal on metal but it is not very loud. It happens even when slightly turning, no other sounds from what I can hear. I can feel it directly below my feet in the driver's seat.
2) High pitch whine in 1st and 2nd gear
I have read that this isn't a big deal but it is rather annoying to listen to. Is this just something I have to live with?
3) Rear end groans loudly when steering wheel is in full lock left and right
If I am parked or stationary and turn the wheel all the wheel, the rear end groans like the suspension or something metal is bending to compensate.
4) When AC is on, it sounds really bad
Like concern #1, but louder. It sounds and feels almost exactly the same but way worse. I have to turn it off when I am in a low speed zone or stuck in traffic because it just sounds/feels so horrible.
I have research it quite a bit and it seems it can be a number of things from steering rack, strut mounts, wheel bearings, etc...but none of them really sound exactly like my issue...
I could probably take it to the shop and have them look at it but if I can figure out what it is I'd be happy to fix it at home.
Thanks for reading.
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