Rolling noises are rather frequent on vehicles, both for a Toyota Rav 4 (4th Generation) and for any other model. However, in practice, a certain number of components can generate bearing noise. In any case, those are dysfunctions that need to be addressed. We will see through this article what will be the most common bearing noises on a Toyota Rav 4 (4th Generation), and what to do to repair it.noise-bearing-Toyota-Rav-4- (4nd-Generation)

Rolling noise front or rear wheels on the Toyota Rav 4 (4nd Generation)

First, it is wiser to understand the origin of the noise. If it is a noise coming from the engine, we will see that in the next paragraph. Here, we will see the rolling noises coming from the wheels of your Toyota Rav 4 (4th Generation). It is a phenomenon which can occur similarly front, rear, left or right wheel . Generally, it is a thud , quite similar to the sound produced naturally by the wheel, but more intense and more serious. This noise should be accentuated 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 are not a lot of solutions in this situation there, you just have to replace them. Be aware that a locked bearing can cause the wheel to stop completely. Performing repairs alone requires a few specific tools. The best is to have a lift to raise your Toyota Rav 4 (4th Generation).

Rolling noise from the Toyota Rav 4 (4rd Generation) engine

Even if there are bearings in many places in a Toyota Rav 4 (4th Generation), there may be some parts of the engine that are more likely to generate this noise. In general, 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 it is necessarily more serene by replacing the entire kit.