Rolling noises are rather common on cars, both for a seat altea and any other model. But in reality, a certain number of constituents can generate bearing noises. In any case, those are problems that need to be addressed. We will therefore see through this article what will be the most common bearing noises on a seat altea, and what to do to adjust it.
Rolling noise front or rear wheels on the seat altea
First of all, it is essential to understand the cause of the noise. If it is a noise coming from the engine block, we will see that in the next paragraph. Here we will see the rolling noises coming from the wheels of your seat altea. It is a phenomenon that can occur as much front, rear, left or right wheel . In general, it is a thud , quite similar to the sound naturally generated by the wheel, but more intense and more serious. This noise should be made when you turn the steering wheel in one direction, unless both sides are damaged. If this is your case, this noise probably comes from the wheel bearings. There is not much to do in this case, you just have to change them. You should be aware that a locked bearing can cause the wheel to stop completely. Doing the repairs yourself requires a few specific tools. The best is to have a lift to raise your seat altea.
A rolling noise from the seat altea engine block
Even if there are bearings in many places in a seat altea, there are several components of the engine block that are more likely to cause this noise. Usually it is either the pulley of the water pump , or the pulley of alternator . In both cases, it will either replace the bearing only, but we are necessarily more serene by changing the complete kit.