What Causes the Tire Noise During Good Cat's Automatic Parking?
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Wheel noise often indicates some faults or issues with the car's wheels. Here are some possible reasons for tire noise: Inaccurate four-wheel alignment: If the vehicle's four-wheel alignment is inaccurate, long-distance driving can cause significant tire wear, leading to uneven tire wear and resulting in noise. If you feel unevenness in the tread on the inner or outer side, perform a four-wheel alignment first, then replace the tires. Damage to a wheel bearing: Bearings that are of poor quality or have been used for a long time may fail due to fatigue under prolonged high-speed operation, causing noise. After identifying the noisy part at a service station, replace the bearing.
That day, I had just used the automatic parking feature on my Ora Good Cat when the tires started making strange squeaking noises, which gave me a scare. After some troubleshooting, I realized it might be an issue with the tires themselves, such as severe wear or insufficient tire pressure, and uneven road surfaces could exacerbate the friction noise. When the automatic parking system is operating, the sensors are steering, which might also cause incorrect tire friction angles and lead to noise. It's best to first check the tire's appearance for any cracks yourself. If everything looks normal but the noise persists, it's time to visit a professional technician who can test whether the suspension or brake system is functioning properly. Don't ignore such sounds, especially during nighttime parking when they can distract you and increase safety risks. So, I recommend having the shop check the tire condition during regular maintenance just in case.
My friend's car also has the Ora Good Cat automatic parking feature, and he came to ask me about the tire noise. I think it's likely caused by the automatic parking mechanism, such as uneven tire rotation speed when the sensors calculate the path, leading to sliding friction with the ground and generating noise. It could also be due to aging suspension components or increased resistance noise from water on wet surfaces during parking. First, simply check if the tire pressure is standard, as both high and low pressure can affect it. If the software hasn't been updated, consider upgrading it as well. These are common issues, so no need to panic, but they should be addressed promptly to avoid future parking system failures leading to bigger accidents, such as affecting brake response. Remember to check the safety tips in the vehicle manual.
