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Old Jan 6, 2005 | 10:29 PM
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When I turn my the wheel, there is an unbearable noise...that's pretty much any time I turn. However, once I get up to about 25MPH, the noise goes away. I wish I could go into depth about what's going on but I have a feble knowledge of mechanics. Thanks in advance!
 
Old Jan 6, 2005 | 10:52 PM
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Have you checked the power steering fluid level?
 
Old Jan 7, 2005 | 12:18 AM
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Just now, my father realized that it was indeed the power steering fluid...that is no longer an issue.
 
Old Jan 7, 2005 | 12:30 AM
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Make sure he only puts in Pentosin steering fluid, absolutely nothing from autozone, etc.
 
Old Jan 14, 2005 | 12:46 AM
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my 2002 A4 has that sound too, what stores sell that fluid?
 
Old Jan 14, 2005 | 01:32 AM
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The Audi/BMW dealer and online tuner shops. ONLY fill with PENTOSIN CHF 11s. First check to see if you are low before you go buying any.

http://www.impexfap.com
http://www.ecstuning.com
 
Old Jan 14, 2005 | 01:58 AM
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you seem pretty adiment about that specific kind. Why??
 
Old Jan 14, 2005 | 02:00 AM
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Because you can only use mineral oil power steering fluid or you will burn the pump out. Pentosin is the only fluid maker I know that makes what our car's require.
 
Old Jan 14, 2005 | 02:25 AM
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My local napa auto parts store carries it.
 
Old Jan 14, 2005 | 04:31 AM
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yeah if you use petroleum based fluids (STP etc) you will fry the pump and ruin all your seals, and then you are up **** creek.
 



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