PeteL22151 Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 2007 SEL-Plus, with chrome-clad 18" wheels (the newer 6-spoke type). At my office, I park in an interior lot that has 4 levels. I usually go down to the bottom level since it is the least crowded and easiest to fine a space. That means I circle around 4 levels of ramps. With my windows down, I am hearing a rather loud creaking/clicking sound coming from the front wheels ... most prominent on the "outside" wheel - right side going down the ramps, and left side coming up. I suspect this is the plastic chrome cladding surface rubbing on the metal wheel under the pressure caused by turning on a steep ramp. Has anyone else noticed this? Does this sound normal, or should I consider this a problem that needs to be fixed? Any advice is appreciated Pete in VA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007 Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 I would say it's not normal....well, maybe it would be for one of those Chinese p.o.s. Cherys..but not for an Edge....I'm sooooo glad I stayed with the stock 17" painted wheels...I like the look, and no extraneous parts attached to the wheel....Make your concerns known to the dealer...do not accept "That is normal"...it isn't, and shouldn't be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ksaness07Edge Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 I would agree with 007 and say that is not a good thing. I have no clue what would cause that. sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoopo Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 Clicking from the front sounds, from my limited experience, a lot like a bad CV joint. Seems unlikely on a new car but if you've ever heard a front driver with bad CV joints you know what I'm talking about. Not normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoopo Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 (edited) EDIT - accidental multiple post Edited September 20, 2007 by scoopo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoopo Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 (edited) EDIT - accidental multiple post Edited September 20, 2007 by scoopo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobraJet428 Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 It is more than likely the plastic chrome attachments to the wheels. I would give that a 99% probability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteL22151 Posted September 20, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 It doesn't sound at all like a mechanical problem with the suspension, steering, or drive chain. It really sounds like the plastic chrome wheel overlays are flexing under the pressure of the sharp turns at steep angles. I'll keep an eye (actually an ear) on it to see if it continues. I've just started noticing it over the last week, and that may be because the weather is cooler ... causing the overlays to tighten up on the wheel. I would be curious to know, however, if anyone else starts to notice the same thing. Thanks, Pete in VA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLtd Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 Yes its a known problem TSB 07-19-6 POPPING/SNAPPING NOISE - FRONT OR REAR 18 INCH WHEELS - TURNING AT SLOW SPEEDS BELOW 10 MPH (16KM/H) Publication Date: September 10, 2007 This is for vehicles built before 8-24-2007 They have a procedure to follow and if necessary will replace wheels with updated parts Richard and Barbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteL22151 Posted September 21, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2007 Thanks! I'll report it on my first service interval. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawdawg Posted October 3, 2007 Report Share Posted October 3, 2007 Thanks! I'll report it on my first service interval. They are definately on a recall! Dealer is replacing all four of my wheels on Friday. It took about 2 weeks to get them in. I had the same creaking and popping noises. Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsha12151 Posted October 3, 2007 Report Share Posted October 3, 2007 My dealer is replacing the rims. I will go check out the TSB to see if that is the fix! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissassa Posted January 21, 2008 Report Share Posted January 21, 2008 Dang! I have the same problem on my 08 AWD. I purchased the showroom car which had some fancy wheels from the accesories dept. I guess thy must have just grabbed an older set of 20's from stock. I'll call them ASAP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimlet Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Duplicating a post I wrote earlier in the Exterior Body forum on the same topic. better suited here in the Wheels section. After more research, this seems to have been a very common problem. Hi All, Long time member now, but rarely hop on and post. I've got an 07 MKX with the Chrome Clad 18" wheels and am experiencing this problem, again. I had the dealership replace the front right wheel once before under warranty (with the exact same wheel), and of course, now have the same issue. I'm at 80k miles and the dealership won't do anything about it. Is there a DIY fix for this, or do I have to replace the wheel? I'm off to search the rest of the forums (admittedly this was the first page that popped up when I did a google search) and will see what I can find. If anyone has advice it would be extreely helpful. Thank you, Gimlet- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimlet Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 No dice huh? I'll see what I can figure out and will report back here if I find a DIY fix for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 No dice huh? I'll see what I can figure out and will report back here if I find a DIY fix for this. Have not seen a DIY fix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimlet Posted August 10, 2011 Report Share Posted August 10, 2011 Thx for the response akirby - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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