I have a Toyota Auris (57 plate) which has started making a really strange noise. I have uploaded some dash cam footage of the noise here:
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It is quite a loud sawing/grinding noise that seems to occur when I drive around 40mph or more. The noise generally comes and goes when I am over this speed but what I did notice is;
– The noise stops when I apply the brake, please see from 10 seconds on-wards and you’ll hear the noise goes away
– Also the noise tone changes when I steer to the left to a sharper but quieter noise
It sounds like the noise is coming from the engine but it is quite hard to tell. My engine makes normal noises when I am stationary. The noise is really annoying to hear when I am driving however and I want to get it fixed. Does anyone know:
1) Why is my car making that noise?
2) What would need repairing to get rid of the noise
3) How much could that set me back if I get it fixed?
Many Thanks,
James
Loud sawing/grinding noise
In most cases when the noise gets quieter when you apply the brakes, the issue is with the brakes. However you also said the noise changes pitch when turning from left to right. This is an indication of a hub bearing going out. When the hub bearings start to fail they can also cause premature wear on the brake pads.
Therefore disassembly and inspection will be required to determine the exact cause and cost.