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99 a4 steering wheel grinding noise

Old Mar 24, 2012 | 03:02 PM
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Default 99 a4 steering wheel grinding noise

happens only when i turn left
see video (turn up vol u can clearly hear what I am talking about)

I can steer fine its just annoying loud noise.

Any ideas on problem?

Audi a4 Steering Wheel Grinding Noise - YouTube

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Old Mar 24, 2012 | 07:34 PM
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I'd top off or change the power steering fluid,if its low. Could be the power steering pump itself,if the fluid is not low or dirty.
 
Old Mar 24, 2012 | 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Mojo3
happens only when i turn left
see video (turn up vol u can clearly hear what I am talking about)

I can steer fine its just annoying loud noise.

Any ideas on problem?

Audi a4 Steering Wheel Grinding Noise - YouTube

ty
Don't make left turns!

No really , check your fluid. Also check the power steering system clamps. The hoses will squish a little after time & can cause leaks that suck air & airate the power steering fluid.
 
Old Mar 24, 2012 | 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by M5S5
Don't make left turns!

No really , check your fluid. Also check the power steering system clamps. The hoses will squish a little after time & can cause leaks that suck air & airate the power steering fluid.
Thanks for responses, why would it only do it when turning left? lol That could still be the pump or fluid?
 
Old Mar 25, 2012 | 10:43 AM
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Yes it could be the fluid. CHF11s only.
 
Old Mar 25, 2012 | 10:52 PM
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It sounds like it could be your power steering fluid... Like M5S5 said only use Pentosin CHF 11S fluid only. You can get it at the dealer or at a auto parts store. It also might sound like your wheel hitting the bumper or some fender piece. If the car is lowered or modified from original height/wheel size then i would also check that out
 
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