Saturday, November 20, 2010

What causes whining sound when steering wheel is turned?

I have a 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII with 156K miles. I took it to the Dealer this morning to get an oil change and I was going to have the power steering fluid changed as well because it has problems during the cold weather. The power steering won't work until it warms up. However I decided to get a diagnostic run on it to determine why it makes a loud whining noise when I turn the steering wheel. The lady that worked at the service center said that it should not sound that loud. I am still waiting to hear from them as to what may be wrong and how much it may cost. I would like to know what the yahoo pros have to say about it so I can be well informed.



Any help is appreciated. =)What causes whining sound when steering wheel is turned?
First check your fluid level then check to make sure all belts are tight if this still persists you may need a new power steering pumpWhat causes whining sound when steering wheel is turned?
the fluid is lowWhat causes whining sound when steering wheel is turned?
Check your power steering fluid. If you've never done that, you've probably already caused some damage to the power steering rack.



If you have checked it, ensure there is enough in the reservoir (look for the markings on the container itself). If there isn't enough, buy some high-mileage fluid and add until you have enough. If you already have enough, go to a mechanic.What causes whining sound when steering wheel is turned?
low power steering fluid

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