noise from front wheels

im_dave · 09-28-2015, 06:48 AM

Has anyone noticed a clicking noise from the front wheels? Most noticeable when inside carparks and turning... I notice it every day going to work which is the most annoying thing. Initially thought it was a nail, but checked everything and it all looks good.

Has been into the dealers 5 separate times with no real solution. Replaced the brake pads/discs, front wheel bearings, and cleaned/greased all components. Seems to temporarily fix the problem, only to resurface within a few days.

Beginning to get very annoyed with this as they can't seem to fix this. Dealer and BMW Australia have been extremely unhelpful.

M235i 2014 model. Noticed after 1-2 months... Car is at 7 months now and about 8000kms.

Any ideas?

Cheers Dave

dtcoff · 09-28-2015, 08:31 AM

mine does the same thing too. No idea why either.

Cpdbeemer · 09-28-2015, 04:20 PM

Seems like this is a common issue so you would think BMW Oz would know about it. The 'fix' has been everything from re torquing wheel lugs (go figure...) to replacing wheel bearings. And this. http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1130937

To me it sounds like it could be brake pads vibrating, loose but I am assuming this has been checked by others and discounted already.

im_dave · 09-28-2015, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dtcoff

mine does the same thing too. No idea why either.

Have you taken it to get it checked? It is a very obvious click and more pronounced on turning...

im_dave · 09-28-2015, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Cpdbeemer

Seems like this is a common issue so you would think BMW Oz would know about it. The 'fix' has been everything from re torquing wheel lugs (go figure...) to replacing wheel bearings. And this. http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1130937

To me it sounds like it could be brake pads vibrating, loose but I am assuming this has been checked by others and discounted already.

Yeah thanks, I have read a few people on here with similar issues... no one seems to have definitively fixed the issue.

The noise is loud and a real problem. I have spoken to BMW Aus and they are getting in contact with research and development... to see if they can make new parts to fix it wtf?!!!

Frankly, I've just about had enough as this annoys the sh!t out of me every single day

especially when they have given me loaner 1/2/3 series with no noise at all.

Knightelf · 09-28-2015, 07:21 PM

No noise from mine, but I hope you find a fix. This is like that front brake squeal that never goes away.

Cpdbeemer · 09-28-2015, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by im_dave

The noise is loud and a real problem. I have spoken to BMW Aus and they are getting in contact with research and development... to see if they can make new parts to fix it wtf?!!!

Disappointing from an as new Bemmer for sure. heres hoping mine doesnt develop it too! If it is bearings it is a serious issue.

dtcoff · 09-28-2015, 08:02 PM

my previous e82 125i coupe did it as well.

im_dave · 09-29-2015, 07:55 AM

Was there a fix for your E82 coupe?

dtcoff · 09-29-2015, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by im_dave

Was there a fix for your E82 coupe?

I recall it was resolved after having the wheels off for new tyres. I've also read somewhere that someone else fixed theirs by re-torquing the wheel bolts.

Knightelf · 09-29-2015, 08:11 PM

This thread talks about the same problems, one of them resolved it by retorquing as dtcoff mentioned.

http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1158280

dtcoff · 09-30-2015, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dtcoff

I recall it was resolved after having the wheels off for new tyres. I've also read somewhere that someone else fixed theirs by re-torquing the wheel bolts.

I took notice whilst driving through a carpark today and mine is fine now. I assume that the wheels were removed for inspection during my service last week.

im_dave · 10-02-2015, 02:07 AM

Thanks for the heads up... will give the torque wrench a go...

paka · 10-03-2015, 08:06 PM

Any luck with the torque wrench? I'm having the same prob and have also found the dealer to be unhelpful. Thought i might take it to the guys at southernBM

im_dave · 10-03-2015, 10:07 PM

Hey mate haven't had a chance to test the torque wrench theory. I'll give it a go, but it doesn't really sound like a loose bolt to me.

This is the closest thing to what I have:
http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showt...se+front+wheel

Videos from my car:

Cpdbeemer · 10-03-2015, 11:49 PM

You can spend hundreds on a torque wrench but Repco sell one for about 80 bucks. Cheap and easy way to check this possible cause.

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im_dave First Lieutenant 59 Rep 398 Posts Drives: R53 MCS Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	noise from front wheels Has anyone noticed a clicking noise from the front wheels? Most noticeable when inside carparks and turning... I notice it every day going to work which is the most annoying thing. Initially thought it was a nail, but checked everything and it all looks good. Has been into the dealers 5 separate times with no real solution. Replaced the brake pads/discs, front wheel bearings, and cleaned/greased all components. Seems to temporarily fix the problem, only to resurface within a few days. Beginning to get very annoyed with this as they can't seem to fix this. Dealer and BMW Australia have been extremely unhelpful. M235i 2014 model. Noticed after 1-2 months... Car is at 7 months now and about 8000kms. Any ideas? Cheers Dave
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dtcoff First Lieutenant 49 Rep 374 Posts Drives: 2014 F22 M235i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	mine does the same thing too. No idea why either. __________________ 2014 M235i / EB-II / Coral / Sunroof / Comfort & Parking Packages 2014 X3 3.0d / M sport / AW / Sunroof
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Cpdbeemer Second Lieutenant 53 Rep 248 Posts Drives: M235i & X6 5.0 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Sydney and Dubai iTrader: (0)	Seems like this is a common issue so you would think BMW Oz would know about it. The 'fix' has been everything from re torquing wheel lugs (go figure...) to replacing wheel bearings. And this. http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1130937 To me it sounds like it could be brake pads vibrating, loose but I am assuming this has been checked by others and discounted already.
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Knightelf Captain 87 Rep 886 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i [0.00]	No noise from mine, but I hope you find a fix. This is like that front brake squeal that never goes away. __________________ Current: 2014 F22 M235i Mineral Grey Previous: 2011 E82 DCT 135i Space Grey Build thread: http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1149793
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dtcoff First Lieutenant 49 Rep 374 Posts Drives: 2014 F22 M235i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	my previous e82 125i coupe did it as well. __________________ 2014 M235i / EB-II / Coral / Sunroof / Comfort & Parking Packages 2014 X3 3.0d / M sport / AW / Sunroof
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im_dave First Lieutenant 59 Rep 398 Posts Drives: R53 MCS Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Was there a fix for your E82 coupe?
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Knightelf Captain 87 Rep 886 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i [0.00]	This thread talks about the same problems, one of them resolved it by retorquing as dtcoff mentioned. http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1158280 __________________ Current: 2014 F22 M235i Mineral Grey Previous: 2011 E82 DCT 135i Space Grey Build thread: http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1149793
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im_dave First Lieutenant 59 Rep 398 Posts Drives: R53 MCS Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the heads up... will give the torque wrench a go...
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paka New Member 4 Rep 20 Posts Drives: M235 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Any luck with the torque wrench? I'm having the same prob and have also found the dealer to be unhelpful. Thought i might take it to the guys at southernBM
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im_dave First Lieutenant 59 Rep 398 Posts Drives: R53 MCS Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Hey mate haven't had a chance to test the torque wrench theory. I'll give it a go, but it doesn't really sound like a loose bolt to me. This is the closest thing to what I have: http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showt...se+front+wheel Videos from my car: Last edited by im_dave; 10-03-2015 at 11:30 PM..
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Cpdbeemer Second Lieutenant 53 Rep 248 Posts Drives: M235i & X6 5.0 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Sydney and Dubai iTrader: (0)	You can spend hundreds on a torque wrench but Repco sell one for about 80 bucks. Cheap and easy way to check this possible cause. __________________
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