Squeaky SUV.

I own a 2008 Ford Explorer. It has this terrible sound, since I bought it, and the dealer keeps saying it is dirt. The sound comes from the rear and it sounds like a grinding sound.

It could be this tsb
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08-19-6 HIGH PITCHED SQUEAL NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE AREA - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 7/28/2008

Publication Date: September 9, 2008

FORD: 2006-2008 Explorer
2007-2008 Explorer Sport Trac
MERCURY: 2006-2008 Mountaineer


ISSUE:
Some 2006-2008 Explorer, Mountaineer and 2007-2008 Sport Trac vehicles built on or before 7/28/2008 may exhibit a high pitched squeal noise from the rear axle area while driving at low speeds. This may be caused by the rear outer axle halfshaft dust seals contacting the knuckle surface.

ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Position vehicle on a hoist and place it in neutral.
Remove the rear wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 204-04.
Remove and discard the rear axle wheel end nut. To install, tighten to 203 lb-ft (275 N-m). (Figure 1)


Figure 1 - Article 08-19-6


CAUTION: DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO SEPARATE THE REAR AXLE HALFSHAFT ASSEMBLY FROM THE HUB. DAMAGE TO THE THREADS AND INTERNAL CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINT COMPONENTS MAY RESULT.



Use the special tool, press the outboard constant velocity (CV) joint until it is loose in the hub. (Figure 2)


Figure 2 - Article 08-19-6


Use a brush and apply Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound to lubricate the rear axle halfshaft dust seal.
Reverse steps 2 and 3 to install halfshalt, tire, and wheel.

PART NUMBER PART NAME
XG-3-A Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound
N808405-S100A Nut


WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
081906A 2006-2008 Explorer/Mountaineer, 2007-2008 Explorer Sport Trac: Lubricate One Rear Constant Velocity Outboard Joint to Knuckle Dust Seal: 0.5 Hrs(Do Not Use With 4139A, 5968A) 0.5 Hr.
081906B 2006-2008 Explorer/Mountaineer, 2007-2008 Explorer Sport Trac: Lubricate Both Rear Constant Velocity Outboard Joint to Knuckle Dust Seal: 0.9 Hrs (Do Not Use With 4139A, 5968A) 0.9 Hr.

DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
1175 14

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NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by "do-it-yourselfers". Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article. The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to supercede this information with updates. The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company's on-line technical resources.

Copyright © 2008 Ford Motor Company

Welcome to this forum! I've moved your thread into the stock 2006-2010 section.

Hi marguello,

I’m sorry to hear you have had issues with grinding noises and I want to look into this for you. So I can assist, please private message me with your VIN, dealer name, and approximate mileage.

Cory