If the clicking noise is consistent with speed then your wheel bearing is more than likely bad. Wheel bearings can be removed cleaned and repacked but may need to be replaced if it has never been done. Grit and dirt gets between the bearing races and causes grinding and wear. Wheel bearings are an interval service item and must be maintained just like other vehicle parts.
Good Luck! It shouldn't be too much trouble to take care of but you'll want to get it done soon as they are vital.
SOURCE: Alero loud humming/roaring sound coming from front end.
That's indicative of a wheel bearing, which is why you were told to change that out. However, it's also possible that the carrier bearings in the differential (where the drive axles attach) have gone bad. That happened to me on my 300ZX several years ago, and I had to replace the diff bearings. I would have them checked out somewhere other than a dealer (you'll probably get a better price from an independent shop).
As a sidenote, to be sure it wasn't a wheel bearing, if you hear it quiet down in a turn one way but get louder in a turn the opposite way, it's likely the wheel bearing. If you turn left at speed and it gets louder, then it's the right bearing (since you're loading up that side of the car). If it gets quieter in a right turn, it's the right side (you're unloading that side of the car and not putting as much weight on it, so it doesn't drag as badly). See if you get that symptom just to be sure that the wrong side front wheel bearing wasn't changed.
SOURCE: Loud roaring noise in front, steering wheel has vibration, replaced tires didn't help.
have your wheel bearings checked.
SOURCE: Loud clunking noise in front end over bumps
There was a recall a year ago on some PLASTIC parts that were installed in the steering colum you may incuire at your dealership, this is covered under the recall and will not cost you anything.
SOURCE: Right front is making a loud thumping noise
Better check CV joints. No vibration on higher speeds?
SOURCE: I have on rattling sound sound on right front tire when slow driv
Have the tires inspected for a stuck stone or metal object. The anti-roll bar may have lost one of it's rubber bushings where it connects to the suspension on that side. A shock absorber may have lost a rubber bushing.
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