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Old 01-17-21, 07:40 AM
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I have a CPO 2015 LS460 AWD with 55k miles. Lately when driving at lower speeds, above 5 mph but less than 35 mph, I’m hearing a low frequency droaning noise. It’s hard to describe but essentially it sounds like the car is not as fluid/smooth as it should be. I seem to notice it most in the 20+/- mph range.

I changed the rear Diff fluid and plan to do the front Diff and transmission soon and have had the car service according to the manual.

I know this isn’t a lot of info but it’s something that I have been thinking about and thought I would see if any others have had anything similar or thoughts on what it could be. I am still under the certified/extended warranty but have not gone that route yet.

thanks in advance for any thoughts.

Old 01-17-21, 08:06 AM
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I would start with basics like tire pressure, tire condition, alignment, brakes check.
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Its a groaning noise that isnt linked to the suspension? Wheel bearing maybe?
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Model and age and condition of tires?
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Tires are Michelin Polit HX Mxm4 with almost 20k miles on them. Balanced and rotated every 5k.
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Is there any change to the noise when you turn?
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