What Causes the Front Wheel Noise in a Corolla?
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Front wheel noise in a Corolla may be caused by stones stuck in the wheels or brake pad failure. Stones stuck in the wheels: In most cases, the noise is caused by large stones lodged in the tire grooves. When a large stone is stuck in the tire and protrudes above the tire surface, it will collide and rub against the ground as the wheel rotates, producing a tapping sound. If you hear this sound, first identify which side it's coming from, then inspect the tires, focusing on the deeper grooves in the middle of the tire. You can easily find and remove the stone to solve the problem. Brake pad failure: During turns, the brake pads may shift slightly due to centrifugal force, bringing them closer to the brake disc and causing more noticeable friction noise. If the brake pads wear down to the metal wear indicator, they will produce a sharp squealing sound. This happens because the small contact area between the metal indicator and the brake disc creates a high-pitched noise, similar to dragging a wire across a metal plate. If the wear indicator is completely worn away and the brake pads are fully depleted, the metal backing plate of the brake pad will directly contact the brake disc. Since the contact area is larger, the noise will become deeper rather than sharp. In such cases, you may hear friction noise even when not applying the brakes, so immediate inspection is necessary.
