My 2005 Toyota Tacoma is starting to have some steering problems. As you turn the wheel while driving around a bend the steering is starting to get a little stiff. I am hearing a small klunk noise from the front end but everything seems solid under the truck. i jacked up the front end so both front wheels were off the ground. I then grabed one of the tires and turn it back and forth to see if I could hear any noises. When I bring it halfway throught the complete turn and then quickly bring it back there is a klunk noise. i had someone hold the steering wheel and then I tried to turn the wheels side to side. There is a little klunk noise it way move and 1/8 - 1/4". The truck only has 69000 km

SOURCE: 2005 Toyota Tacoma

Without looking at it, you may have one or more of the following:

Rust on the inside edge of the rotor (most common)

Worn front brake pads

Front wheel bearing problem.

Backing plate (behind rotor) rubbing the rotor

These are the most common causes, you can see 1,2 & 4 with the wheel off.

Hope this helps.

SOURCE: Rattling Noise

The power steering pump could be going bad. The noise coming from the catalytic converter could be something as simple as a mounting bracket coming loose, or worst case something busted internally.

SOURCE: steering is loose and makes noise

There are many different parts that can go bad to cause tire wear. I would take the car into a local shop to get the alignment checked. When a mechanic checks the alignment he MUST check for worn or loose parts on the front end. If there are any, he cannot adjust the alignment until they are replaced. Most likely inner or outer tie rod ends have play. Could be struts/sway bar links/ or hub bearings as well.

SOURCE: Clicking noise under the Toyota 1998 Rav4

mcdevito75 here, It could be inner tie rod ends or most like ly worn CV joints in the front axles. Have your auto repair shop check these items for you.

SOURCE: a thumping noise from front

Thats the way to check for bad bearings and you got one. If you want directions on how to replace it let me know.