help i think my car is broke

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Old 05-21-2012, 10:52 PM
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when ever i turn the steering wheel it makes a really loud noise what is it? please help.
 
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Old 05-21-2012, 11:17 PM
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it could be a ton of things, rack, tie rod ends, intermediate shaft, the column
 
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Old 05-22-2012, 04:10 AM
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i know it didn't start until i hit a bump the other day if that helps
 
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Old 05-22-2012, 05:36 AM
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Prob low on power steering fluid
 
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Old 05-22-2012, 07:41 AM
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explain, really loud noise. what kind of noise and from where
 
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Old 05-22-2012, 08:29 AM
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jack up the front and shake the wheels side to side any play would indicate tie rod ends
 
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Old 05-22-2012, 02:55 PM
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Does it make the noise when it's not moving and you turn the wheel?
 
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Old 05-22-2012, 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by craby
explain, really loud noise. what kind of noise and from where
Yes, please explain in more detail. Is it a whining noise? Clunk? Squeak? Rattle? Is there excessive play in the steering wheel?
 
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