1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
for
a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
area.
The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.

Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?

Thanks.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
> Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
> like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
> intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
> for
> a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
> front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
> area.
> The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
> and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?

Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven component.
Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac compressor...

Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a squeel..
short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC cycles.

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
> Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
> like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
> intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
> for
> a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
> front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
> area.
> The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
> and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?

Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven component.
Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac compressor...

Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a squeel..
short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC cycles.

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
> Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
> like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
> intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
> for
> a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
> front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
> area.
> The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
> and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?

Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven component.
Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac compressor...

Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a squeel..
short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC cycles.

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
> Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
> like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
> intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
> for
> a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
> front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
> area.
> The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
> and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?

Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven component.
Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac compressor...

Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a squeel..
short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC cycles.

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:

>>
>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
> compressor...
>
> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
> cycles.
>


There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Thanks

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:

>>
>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
> compressor...
>
> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
> cycles.
>


There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Thanks

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:

>>
>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
> compressor...
>
> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
> cycles.
>


There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Thanks

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

"DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:

>>
>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
> compressor...
>
> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
> cycles.
>


There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Thanks

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
> news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:
>
>>>
>>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>>
>> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
>> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
>> compressor...
>>
>> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
>> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
>> cycles.
>>
>
>
> There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
> engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
> up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.

Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.

If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.

Good luck,

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
> news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:
>
>>>
>>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>>
>> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
>> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
>> compressor...
>>
>> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
>> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
>> cycles.
>>
>
>
> There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
> engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
> up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.

Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.

If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.

Good luck,

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
> news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:
>
>>>
>>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>>
>> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
>> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
>> compressor...
>>
>> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
>> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
>> cycles.
>>
>
>
> There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
> engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
> up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.

Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.

If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.

Good luck,

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Daron did pass the time by typing:
> "DougW" <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote in
> news:SbhBc.67747$%T.37261@okepread05:
>
>>>
>>> Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>>
>> Does it happen when the AC is on? Your describing a belt driven
>> component. Anything from an idler to water pump/alternator/ps pump/ac
>> compressor...
>>
>> Of those only the AC compressor cycles. But usually that does a
>> squeel.. short pause...squeel...short pause...squeel...etc. as the AC
>> cycles.
>>
>
>
> There is no change in the noise with the A/C on or off. If it were an
> engine component, would I not be able to hear it when I rev the engine
> up to 3000 rpm an hold it as if I were driving at 50mph?

Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.

Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.

If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.

Good luck,

--
DougW

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
<post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:

There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
I'll check that out.



>Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
>in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
>but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.
>
>Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
>vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.
>
>If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
>or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.
>
>Good luck,

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
<post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:

There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
I'll check that out.



>Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
>in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
>but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.
>
>Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
>vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.
>
>If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
>or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.
>
>Good luck,

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
<post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:

There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
I'll check that out.



>Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
>in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
>but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.
>
>Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
>vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.
>
>If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
>or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.
>
>Good luck,

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
<post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:

There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
I'll check that out.



>Sometimes. Remember that the engine isn't under any load when your
>in neutral. The bit about feeling the vibration leads me next to U joints
>but since you have 2WD, that would more likely come from the back.
>
>Next time it happens try putting the Jeep in Neutral and see if the
>vibration goes away. If it doesn't try lightly pressing the brakes.
>
>If it goes away with pressing the brakes you might have a dragging shoe
>or your pads are so thin the wear indicator is making noise.
>
>Good luck,

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

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Daron wrote:
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>
> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

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mailto:--------------------

Daron wrote:
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>
> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
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mailto:--------------------

Daron wrote:
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>
> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------

Daron wrote:
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>
> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
<----------@cox.net> wrote:

> Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>mailto:--------------------
>
>Daron wrote:
>>
>> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
>> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>>
>> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
>> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
>> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
>> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
>> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
>> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
>> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
>> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
>> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
<----------@cox.net> wrote:

> Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>mailto:--------------------
>
>Daron wrote:
>>
>> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
>> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>>
>> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
>> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
>> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
>> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
>> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
>> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
>> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
>> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
>> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
<----------@cox.net> wrote:

> Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>mailto:--------------------
>
>Daron wrote:
>>
>> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
>> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>>
>> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
>> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
>> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
>> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
>> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
>> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
>> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
>> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
>> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
<----------@cox.net> wrote:

> Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>mailto:--------------------
>
>Daron wrote:
>>
>> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
>> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
>>
>> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
>> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
>> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
>> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
>> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
>> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
>> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
>> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
>> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

May be the feeler alarm on the brake pads indicating too low and
need replacing. you may see how thick the should be at:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...2_feb/bearing/ Maybe jack up
the front tires, kick them to loosen the brake calibers and feel for bad
wheel bearings, while you're there.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
> <----------@cox.net> wrote:
>
> > Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> > God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> >mailto:--------------------
> >
> >Daron wrote:
> >>
> >> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> >> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
> >>
> >> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> >> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> >> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> >> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> >> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> >> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> >> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> >> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> >> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

May be the feeler alarm on the brake pads indicating too low and
need replacing. you may see how thick the should be at:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...2_feb/bearing/ Maybe jack up
the front tires, kick them to loosen the brake calibers and feel for bad
wheel bearings, while you're there.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
> <----------@cox.net> wrote:
>
> > Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> > God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> >mailto:--------------------
> >
> >Daron wrote:
> >>
> >> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> >> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
> >>
> >> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> >> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> >> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> >> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> >> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> >> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> >> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> >> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> >> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

May be the feeler alarm on the brake pads indicating too low and
need replacing. you may see how thick the should be at:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...2_feb/bearing/ Maybe jack up
the front tires, kick them to loosen the brake calibers and feel for bad
wheel bearings, while you're there.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
> <----------@cox.net> wrote:
>
> > Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> > God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> >mailto:--------------------
> >
> >Daron wrote:
> >>
> >> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> >> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
> >>
> >> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> >> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> >> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> >> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> >> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> >> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> >> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> >> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> >> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

May be the feeler alarm on the brake pads indicating too low and
need replacing. you may see how thick the should be at:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...2_feb/bearing/ Maybe jack up
the front tires, kick them to loosen the brake calibers and feel for bad
wheel bearings, while you're there.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Interesting site, but the problem is in the front end.
>
> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:01:41 -0700, L.W.(ßill) ------ III
> <----------@cox.net> wrote:
>
> > Dana 35c pinion bearings: http://www.----------.com/dana35c/
> > God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> >mailto:--------------------
> >
> >Daron wrote:
> >>
> >> On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 11:51:33 -0500, "DougW"
> >> <post.replies@invalid.address> wrote:
> >>
> >> There isn't really a vibration as much as the squealing noise. It is
> >> very off and on. Squeal for a second or two and then stop for a few
> >> seconds. While driving on the interstate this afternoon at about
> >> 65mph, I dropped it into neutral and let the engine idle at about
> >> 700~800 rpms. There was no change in the squealing sound as the
> >> engine speed changes. It definately seems directly related to the
> >> vehicle speed though. Being 2wd, about the only thing I can think of
> >> is wheel bearings or brakes, as you mentioned. Thanks for the tip and
> >> I'll check that out.

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.

Any thoughts?

Thanks!



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 03:32:32 GMT, Daron <daron@wh.brcoxmail.com>
wrote:

>I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
>Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
>like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
>intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
>for
>a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
>front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
>area.
>The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
>and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
>Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
>Thanks.
>
>

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.

Any thoughts?

Thanks!



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 03:32:32 GMT, Daron <daron@wh.brcoxmail.com>
wrote:

>I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
>Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
>like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
>intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
>for
>a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
>front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
>area.
>The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
>and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
>Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
>Thanks.
>
>

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.

Any thoughts?

Thanks!



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 03:32:32 GMT, Daron <daron@wh.brcoxmail.com>
wrote:

>I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
>Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
>like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
>intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
>for
>a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
>front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
>area.
>The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
>and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
>Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
>Thanks.
>
>

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.

Any thoughts?

Thanks!



On Sun, 20 Jun 2004 03:32:32 GMT, Daron <daron@wh.brcoxmail.com>
wrote:

>I recently purchased a 99 Cherokee classic 2wd with about 80k miles on it.
>Runs great except for a strange squealing noise from the front end. Sounds
>like an electric motor with a bad bearing, that kind of squeal. Does this
>intermittently only at highway speeds (50mph to 70 mph). It will squeal
>for
>a second or two and then stop for a while. I think I notice it from the
>front more towards the right side and it reverberates through the dash
>area.
>The dealer thought it might be a front wheel bearing, so they repacked them
>and I didn't hear the noise for a day. Dunno if that was a coincidence.
>
>Anyone have any suggestions on this problem?
>
>Thanks.
>
>

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Thanks.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
> of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
> the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
> sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
> vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
> back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
> see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
> the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
> the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
> goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
> the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
> vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks!

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Thanks.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
> of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
> the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
> sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
> vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
> back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
> see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
> the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
> the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
> goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
> the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
> vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks!

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Thanks.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
> of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
> the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
> sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
> vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
> back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
> see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
> the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
> the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
> goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
> the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
> vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks!

Re: 1999 Cherokee Classic front end noise - help needed.
 

Thanks.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Daron wrote:
>
> Okay, just a follow up. The noise appears to be wind noise at the top
> of the windshield near the rear view mirror. I took it to the dealer
> the other day to let them listen to it. The technician said it
> sounded like wind noise to him. Something starting to resonate or
> vibrate at a certain speed. He suggested I move the roof rack bars
> back a bit and if that didn't help, he suggested taping things off to
> see if I could isolate the problem. Well, I taped the perimeter of
> the windshield off and the sound went away. When I removed the tape,
> the sound returned. I presume it is related to that rubber seal that
> goes around the windshield. I can lift the edges with my finger all
> the way around. Perhaps the wind is lifting the seal and making it
> vibrate a bit. Not quite sure what to do about it though.
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks!