Hello to All,
I have a 1999 Explorer XLT 2WD 4.0 SOHC. Now with about 76K miles I'm having what appears to be my first problem (other than the killer tire swap).
I hear a metal on metal clunking noise in the front end while driving. It's not only when braking and/or turning, but braking and turning seems to make it louder.
Also, this noise has only started when our current heat wave occurred. It goes away in the cooler early morning temps but comes back when the heat does.
I have done my own replacement of all brake pads. I took off the front wheels and checked that the calipers are tight and everything is in order.
I owned a 1977 VW bus and remember experiencing a similar symptom with it. In that case, it was the wheel bearings which I repaired.
Is that a good guess? What do you suggest?
Thanks again for any help you can provide.
Regards,
Stephen Saunders