Squeaking metallic sound when turning

ANSWER : Thank you for the detailed information, it helps! The front driver side is where the majority of the steering components are located. Start by checking the power steering fluid. The best option is to raise the vehicle and inspect that side of the vehicle. You will want to look at the steering gear box, the linkage, and on down to the wheel hubs. This should include an inspection of the control arms, and other suspension components as well. Steering and suspension are very closely related and have adverse effects on each other. If you see any power steering fluid leaking, look to the steering gear for damages or a failed seal. The control arms also have CV joints that make similar noises to what you described. If those are cracked, leaking, or crushed they will need to be replaced.

ANSWER : Hi there. In most cases, the rear knocking sound is caused by the driveshaft, drive axles, differential gears, transmission mount, or the rear struts. The sound you’re experiencing is very difficult to diagnose, but could be caused by the power steering shaft, or you power steering system being low on fluid. It might be a good idea to have a professional mechanic complete a car is making a noise inspection.

ANSWER : Hi there. If the power steering fluid is full, and you don’t have a damaged or broken power steering pump, then it’s possible that you may have a broken steering gear box inside the steering rack on your 2007 Impala. However, it’s also possible that it could be other suspension components or wheel bearings causing this sound. The best way to reduce expense and stress is to pinpoint the precise source of your issue is to have one of our mechanics inspect your vehicle and diagnose the cause of the noise first. This way they can determine exactly what’s wrong and recommend the corrective action that will solve your issues.

ANSWER : Worn ball joints can certainly create a metallic creaking sound. Even if the ball joints are serviceable – have grease fittings and can be greased – once they get to the point of making noise, they are beyond the point of grease helping. They need to be replaced. Other culprits can be control arm bushings or even tie rods. Have a certified technician look into the noise while turning to isolate the cause, or causes.

ANSWER : Hi there. The symptoms you’re describing with your boyfriend’s 2002 Grand Cherokee appear to be related to a broken or worn out ignition switch or relay. The ignition switch on the inside of the steering column is attached to multiple electronic connections that send signals to a relay box; which in turn, sends the signal to the individual components. The issue could be related to the ignition switch, the relay, or any of the components in between. If you want to have the fault pinpointed in person, I would have this starting issue inspected by a trained professional to ensure that the correct repair is made.

ANSWER : Hello Kate. When dealing with power steering concerns always start by simply checking the level of power steering fluid. If it is not burned, low, or a bad color your issue is likely related to the suspension. The steering and suspension components both have an incredible effect on each other. You can often feel popping from the CV-joints, axle issues, ball joints, and worn bushings. You will want to raise the vehicle off of the ground to get a better look at some of these components. However, should do a visual inspection both on the ground and in the air however to compare the tires when they are under pressure and when they are "unsprung". If you do not see anything out of the normal, have someone turn the steering wheel clock to clock to attempt to recreate the popping while its raised off the ground. Only further testing will pin point the issue, but it may be suspension related instead of a power steering issue.

ANSWER : Hello:

The issue you’re describing may in fact be caused by metal-to-metal contact. Although this would be very rare for a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado with less than 50,000 miles, excessive off road use can prematurely wear out suspension components, causing the sounds you’re hearing. Due to the fact that multiple parts could cause this type of noise and driving situation, you should have a mobile mechanic complete a vehicle is making a noise while driving inspection; so they can determine where it’s coming from and recommend the right repairs be completed.

ANSWER : Hi there, thanks for writing in.

If you’re getting a loud banging on acceleration, I would say it sounds like you have worn engine or transmission mounts, or perhaps a worn torque arm bushing that mounts the solid rear axle to the body of the car. Worn engine or transmission mounts would allow entire engine to shift enough that part of it could contact a cross member or part of the body. If the solid rear axle was loose at all from a worn torque arm bushing, it could make a banging noise as it shifts position on the car. Any of these could cause symptoms like you described, though these are certainly not the only possibilities. I suggest that you have a qualified professional, such as one from YourMechanic, drive your car and diagnose the noise for you.