2007 Hyundai Accent propeller sound

JohnMcNulty
Mon, 04 Nov 2019 21:51:37 +0000
Maintenance/Repairs

A propeller sound started in the front several weeks ago at higher speeds (60 mph), but has gotten louder and more noticeable at slower speeds now (20-30 mph) It is from the front, and changes frequency with speed. It is not linked to rpm’s of the engine, but there is a slight change in the pitch when going over bumps at higher speeds. My mechanic thought it might be the bearings in the front wheel(s) but he checked these and said they are fine. He put his daughter in the car, lifted it and tried to locate the sound as she accelerated with the car in gear (sounds dangerous to me), but he was not able to locate it, but I think his hearing is not all that good. The car is well maintained by my mechanic and drives normally (except for the irritating sound). Thanks for any advice/ideas I could pass on.

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