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Nov 24, 2003 | 09:53 AM

mcmklm3

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power steering noise

The power steering makes a squeaking noise when wheel is turned left or right. Does the pump need replacing or just fluid change? any ideas would be appreciated.

Nov 24, 2003 | 10:13 AM

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Unless you're sure the bearings are shot, a fluid change would be a lot easier and less costly. Can you feel any differnce in the steering wheel? If it is an abnormally loud squealing noise that you can isolate to the pump (binding, smoking, etc.), then it's probably time to change out.