Squeak from front end while turning....
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Squeak from front end while turning....
Hey all,
Whenever I turn (either right or left) at low speeds there is a squeak that seems to be dependant on rotation of the tire (squeak...sqqqqqueak....) When I'm going straight, I don't hear any noises whatsoever, or when I go around a corner at quicker speeds, nothing. I haven't had it in 4hi to test if it makes it then, as well. That is something that I can check out today....if I remember when I get off work. It's slowly, but surely...starting to drive me crazy.
After a bit of searching, I think it could be the front axle u-joints. What else could I check to verify? Or other parts I should check? Also, would this have any effect on noises while braking hard? Because I slammed on my brakes a few days ago and I heard a ridiculously loud thunking noise....But that sounded like it was from the center of the car, so maybe the driveshaft was hitting something?
Whenever I turn (either right or left) at low speeds there is a squeak that seems to be dependant on rotation of the tire (squeak...sqqqqqueak....) When I'm going straight, I don't hear any noises whatsoever, or when I go around a corner at quicker speeds, nothing. I haven't had it in 4hi to test if it makes it then, as well. That is something that I can check out today....if I remember when I get off work. It's slowly, but surely...starting to drive me crazy.
After a bit of searching, I think it could be the front axle u-joints. What else could I check to verify? Or other parts I should check? Also, would this have any effect on noises while braking hard? Because I slammed on my brakes a few days ago and I heard a ridiculously loud thunking noise....But that sounded like it was from the center of the car, so maybe the driveshaft was hitting something?
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I'd check while sitting still and idling.. turn the wheel left and right. Does it squeek then? If so, you might check your belt tension. A loose belt will squeal when you're putting strain on the pwr steering pump.
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