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Post by JeepReviews on Dec 14, 2005 12:45:22 GMT -3
Angry sparrows (squeaks) recently showed up in my TJ. Squeaks really bad for the first 1-2 miles when it's cold. These squeaks just started a couple of weeks ago when the weather got cold (coincidence?).
The squeak is definitely NOT from the engine/belt area (I've narrowed it down). Rear u-joints are only a couple of months old. I checked the front DS and there isn't any visible slop there. Brake pads/shoes are fine too.
Some sort of a wheel bearing? The squeak definitely seems to be in sync w/ the wheel rotation. Get softer as you slow down, stops when you stop. Any suggestions (besides turning up the radio....tried that one)?
Thanks.
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Post by kaiser on Dec 14, 2005 12:48:57 GMT -3
get your front cv shaft rebuilt, the ball is dry
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Post by mprayii on Dec 14, 2005 14:18:13 GMT -3
my 2000 TJ is doing that outta the front wheels too! Only when its cold!
Tried changing my pads, but that didnt help.
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Post by makizoo on Dec 14, 2005 17:07:58 GMT -3
Put the front up on jack stands and rotate by hand, or spray suspected areas thoroughly with WD-40. Won't fix it, but when squeek goes away you know where its coming from. Either a dry cv ball in front DS or dry axle u-joint is my guess.
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Post by JeepReviews on Dec 14, 2005 17:18:19 GMT -3
Thanks. I guess I should pull the front DS and see if the squeaks are gone.
Just to confirm, it's ok drive around w/o the front DS for a few days right? It won't puke any fluids or parts while that shaft is removed? I don't "think" it will, but never hurts to double-check.
Thanks.
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Post by XfaCtoR on Dec 14, 2005 17:33:59 GMT -3
fan belt could queek when its real cold..a sign its wearing, dont for get to check you hub barrings
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Post by makizoo on Dec 14, 2005 17:37:23 GMT -3
No need to pull the DS. Just pick up a can of WD-40 and soak one joint at a time. When squeeks stop, you,ve found the culprit. If you do pull the front shaft, tape the ujoint caps on well (so you don't lose a cap)and tie the shaft out of the way. Just don't engage 4WD. ;D
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Post by jps4jeep on Dec 14, 2005 17:42:31 GMT -3
wait a sec. your jeep just started to squeak?
Mines been making all sort of squeaks for the past 6 years. I think I should just drive poor ol squeeky through a WD40 car wash.
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Post by mprayii on Dec 14, 2005 18:27:37 GMT -3
so........ whats a cv ball?
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Post by bluerocket on Dec 14, 2005 18:54:25 GMT -3
I think they are talking about the ball centering kit in the dual cardian end of the driveshaft (up by the tcase.)
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Post by mmagnumpi9 on Dec 14, 2005 18:56:40 GMT -3
Yup, they are fun to take apart and pack with greese. Gotta love needle bearings.
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Post by mprayii on Dec 14, 2005 19:12:29 GMT -3
still dont know what you are talking about Such a noob!
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Post by JoGumby on Dec 14, 2005 20:15:48 GMT -3
Dont forget sway bar bushings etc...anything under your jeep with a rubber or poly bushing could be culprit
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Post by crazik on Dec 15, 2005 0:04:18 GMT -3
My '04 rubicon has been making the same noise since monday morning. This extreme cold has created the same problem you are describing. Let me know if you figure it out! KEV
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