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Old 09-26-2014, 09:03 AM
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noise and vibration

i own a x3 2005 2000cc petrol

i have done 200ooo km up to now

the last days i have noise and vibration starting from 80km and up,does stop anyway
i use the standard wheel and tyres the manual recommend all time

so where do i start ??? bearings wheels rims ???

the noise comes from under my seat and also the vibration is noticeable through the steering wheel

thanks for the coming suggestions

i hope i m not the only one having this problem
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i own a x3 2005 2000cc petrol

i have done 200ooo km up to now

the last days i have noise and vibration starting from 80km and up,does stop anyway
i use the standard wheel and tyres the manual recommend all time

so where do i start ??? bearings wheels rims ???

the noise comes from under my seat and also the vibration is noticeable through the steering wheel

thanks for the coming suggestions

i hope i m not the only one having this problem
At high mileage, you might be starting to experience drive shaft issues. Specifcally, your drive shaft center support bearing could be worn. The universal joints may be starting to seize up. Or, possibly the guibo (rubber coupling between the transmission and driveshaft) might be worn.
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Old 09-30-2014, 12:42 PM
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i forgot to mention that when i drive and the noise is on as soon i get my foot of the accel pedal the noise dissapears
from what are you saying i guess drive shaft issue tommorow i m going to jach the car up and have a detailed check
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