[A grinding or whirring noise]

BTW...

I don't know if it makes a difference, but it's a 5 speed.

 

steve

[A grinding or whirring noise]

Thanks for the replies.

The noise doesn't change while turning either way. I took my father in law for a ride, and he thinks it is my brakes. Could rear brakes make noise when not stepping on the brake pedal?

 

steve

[A grinding or whirring noise]

Hi,

First, let me say hello to everyone, as I'm new here.

I have a 98 Forester that I purchased new. Recently, I notice a noise from the rear right wheel (at least it sounds like that's where it originates). as I mentioned in the title, it's a grinding or whirring type noise. hard to describe.

I live in NYC, and only have 38000 miles on it, but they're tough miles on mean streets. Any thoughts? bearings? i gotta find a mechanic, but i'd like to go there with some idea of what the problem is. at least appear to know what I'm talking about.

 

I love my car, and this is the first problem i've had in 8 years.

 

thanks

 

steve