If you too have already feel a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster, you must have wondering the same questions as all Ram ProMaster owners. We are rarely reassured when a grinding noise shows up on our car. As we are conscious of your doubts and questions, we have made a decision to prepare this article in order to assist you in and ease your investigation for a solution to your problem. To do this, first we will see what the sources of a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster are when you turn the wheel, then those of a grinding noise when you brake, if you have a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster that comes from the shock absorbers and to finish from one of your doors.grinding-noise-ram-promaster

I perceive a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster each time I turn the wheel

First, we will check out the grinding noises on Ram ProMaster that appear when you turn the wheel of your car. Here are the main reasons for this:

  • Hydraulic system

    • If you are subject to grinding noises on your Ram ProMaster each time you turn the wheels, it may be related to the hydraulic system of your car that allows you to operate the entire power steering part. In this instance, the main point to verify is the power steering fluid level, which if below the normal level could be an indicator of a leak of the system. In this case, think about to redo the level and verify it frequently. If the problem persists, go to your mechanic.

  • Bearings

    • “A grinding noise on Ram ProMaster each time I turn the wheels of my car” can also result from premature wear of your bearings. Indeed, bearings play an essential role in the good behaviour of the car when driving. When you turn at low speed and bring the steering to a stop, the pressure on the bearings is higher than at high speed, it can make sounds close to a grinding if they are worn. Remember to verify their condition.

  • Steering pump

    • Finally, a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster each time I turn may be linked to a tired steering pump power steering pump. The goal of this organ is to operate the steering belt, which will allow you to take advantage of the power steering. If the pump is tired, its operation will be impaired and squeaks may occur between it and the belt. Bear in mind to verify that it is working properly.

    If despite these different possibilities you continue to hear a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster when turning your steering wheel, we have wrote a complete article on this subject that can support you find the origin.

    I notice a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster each time braking

    If you perceive a grinding noise from the brakes of your Ram ProMaster, it is highly possible that it will be caused by brake pads at the end of their life, actually, the task of the pads is to act as a buffer during braking and they will therefore naturally wear out over time. Each manufacturer gives an average range in kilometres for pads, but according to your driving style and route, this may vary. Remove the wheels in question and verify the wear indicator on them. If they are dead they will have to be swapped almost instantly because they will almost instantly damage your discs.
    If, despite verification, your grinding noise on Ram ProMaster does come from your brakes but is not related to the pads, verify this article to find out the other conceivable origins of brake noises on Ram ProMaster.

    I perceive a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster at the shock absorbers

    If you are in the scenario where you discover the grinding noise on Ram ProMaster as coming from the damping part of your car, whether you are driving over a retarder, on a bumpy road, or simply each time you change direction and the vehicle’s mass is swung from one side to the other. In cases like this, there are several reasons that can justify this noise. Indeed, you will have to verify some points, here they are:

    • You have an oil leak at a shock absorber, it is up to you to verify that there is no oil leaking from your shock absorbers.
    • You may experience abnormal wear and tear on one of the seals. This would trigger an oil leak
    • Finally you can have one of your shock absorber cylinders deformed, which will make a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster

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    Once you have inspected all these elements, you should have found the origin of your problem, go to your technician to repair the defective part. If you have not found the origin of your problem, we advise that you have a look at this article which discusses all possible origins of shock absorber noise on Ram ProMaster.

    I perceive a grinding noise on Ram ProMaster at a door

    If that’s not enough, don’t hesitate to look at this complete article on door sounds on Ram ProMaster.
    It is conceivable, based on the type of noise you note, that the hinge of your door is at the source of these noises. If this is the case, you will have to examine it by opening your door and checking out that the grinding noise on your Ram ProMaster comes from a hinge that is too dry. To solve this problem, first try to grease the hinge, in most cases this is enough to solve your problem. If that’s not enough, don’t hesitate to read this complete article on door sounds on Ram ProMaster.