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Old 04-03-2010, 09:30 PM
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so lately my front end suspension has been squeaking like a bastard. i used some WD-40 to ease the squeaking which helped alot but i think its more then just my springs or struts squeaking. everytime i turn my wheel to pull out of my driveway or turn all the way my right wheel area screeches. its not so much my left, maybe because the right is overpowering or whatever but no matter which way i turn the wheel it makes this noise. im not sure sure what it can be. but could it be the power steering? i checked my fluids and they seem fine but its been at that level for quite some time which i why i think something is wrong. is there some sort of pump or motor for the power steering fluid to run through which is causing no fluid to get through? i need some help its driving me ******* insane lol
 

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Old 04-04-2010, 07:48 AM
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Does it only happen at full lock? Check to see if your tires are rubbing on anything like the sway bar at the front of the tire, the the K-member at the back of the tire at full lock.
 
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Old 04-04-2010, 07:52 AM
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it happens at full lock, but also just when im turning, im gunna go look at my tires rubbing i mean there stock so they shouldnt be
 
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Old 04-04-2010, 11:39 AM
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If it's stock then they shouln't be rubbing so it might just be your p/s straining.
 
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Old 04-05-2010, 08:36 AM
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how can i determine if it is my power steering? will i just have to take to a shop?
 
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Old 04-05-2010, 09:37 AM
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ps pump is hosed.
 
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Old 04-05-2010, 10:22 AM
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will i have to take it to a shop? i no that ps pumps arent too expensive so thats good
 
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