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Old 06-17-2018, 05:20 PM
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Hi there! I picked up a 2011 XF SC 5L last fall and love the vehicle (probably gonna do some things to increase throttle response though, it seems sleepy). I've recently noticed a sound like something dragging on the ground when reversing and turning sharply. I noticed some wear in one wheel well, so that's possibly just rub, but man it sounds more gravelly than rubber on plastic. Anyone experience this? I've also thought of: struts, axle, differential, and rear brakes. Thanks!
 
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Old 06-17-2018, 08:30 PM
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Ok, it's the tire on the wheel well, only reversing and only with wheel locked one direction (left). If I back off the turn slightly it's fine. I guess maybe the plastic guard inside the well is bulging slightly for some reason.
 
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First fix the wheel housing liner, then check if the sound is still there. Looks to me you've already found the cause of the issue.
 
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I have to see why it's bulging. I notice a zip tie weaved through the liner rearward of the wheel, is that normal?
 
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It's not normal - somebody worked there before a broke the clips that hold it in place or lost the clips that hold it in place - it's probably just not seated properly or damaged.
I'd recommend getting a new liner and installing it yourself - then you don't have to worry about annoying sounds anymore.
 
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