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A scrubbing noise. It is on the left side. It started when you turned the wheel to the left but now without turning the wheel. The strut has been replaced already. Any suggestions on things to check.

The noise is only on the driver side. Sounds like something is scrubbing.

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Wheel bearing. turning left it gets louder. Turning right it is gone or softer. Same both ways look at the CV axles.

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Have the brake pads been checked for wear, they may be the source.

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