Hello everyone. I have a M7040 4WD with FEL and have recently noticed a popping sound coming from the front right wheel hub area. I have only heard it when I am backing up. I have checked the fluids on both sides and they are full and there is no sign of leaking fluid anywhere. Does anyone have any ideas on what it could be or anything else I can check? Thank you. -Josh
M7040 4WD Front Right Wheel makes popping sound
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loose bolts in the wheel will often make a popping sound particularly those bolts that attach the spider to the rim.
Thank you both for replying. So would you think that a bearing could have failed but since there is no oil leaking that the seals are intact and it be best to get it repaired ASAP? I've had this tractor 5 years and this is the first thing (knock on wood) that has ever caused me trouble.
First thing to check is the wheel lug bolts/nuts. Wheels being loose is a very common cause of popping. I hope that's all it is.
Had my local dealer pick up the tractor. After a few hours of them checking it out, they determined that it was the not either hub, but the popping noise was coming from the center differential where the 4WD shaft enters the front housing. They says this could become a PRICEY job really fast. Anyone have any thoughts or recommendations? Thanks!!
Ended up being the lug bolts being loose enough for them to shift when turning. Rotated the front wheels and tires and the sound followed. sprayed WD-40 on everything and then used an air ratchet and hammered everything tight. No popping sound now.
You need to frequently check the wheel that was making the popping sound. Often the tapered seat between the wheel hub and the securing nut or bolt is damaged and the wheel will loosen again.
Those mating surfaces are key to the wheel remained secured.
Dave
Seems like it would be a whole lot easier (and less expense) to check the lug nuts as suggested, before calling the dealer. If you come to a form and ask for advise, but don't take even the simple stuff, why bother asking any questions? Just curious.
Thank-you for posting solution to your problem. May help others with same problem in the future.
Never, never reef on the lug nuts with an impact wrench either. Use a torque wrench and tighten them to the required torque spec. It's in your owners manual, you might read it...
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Gotta go with Flip on this one... all day I install automotive wheels. Initial install with a 3/8" impact takes me to about 50 ft lbs. After road test every wheel gets hand torqued.
That isn't a bad idea, using a 3/8 impact for the initial fitup and then a torque wrench. I'll do just that next wheel time.
Im having the same issue, going to check wheel lungs (with torque wrench), as suggested.
Let y'all know how it goes.
Thanks all the helpful post.
Let y'all know how it goes.
Thanks all the helpful post.