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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 05:24 AM
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Vehicle- 96 Ford Ranger 2.3L 175xxxmiles
Problem:

Driving home yesterday and had the radio off (always turn it down around the houses) and I started pulling into my driveway and my truck made this weird noise. So I experimented for a little bit and not long did I come to the conclusion that everytime I turn my steering wheel this noise occurs. Type of noise? a variation to a door that needs some WD40 in my opinion. Very low pitched.

Any hints on what I need to do?

thanks in advanced
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 06:07 AM
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Default Re: Steering issue

Try checking your PS fluid level. It kind of sounds like your PS pump is sucking a little air. Good luck.
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 06:09 AM
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If it's a buzzing noise, it's fairly common. I would still check the fluid.
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 07:36 PM
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check ur tie rod ends and ball joints man. my boys 97 explorer was doing the same thing and it was the ball joints
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 07:40 PM
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Default Re: Steering issue

Have a spare transmission for a 2.3?
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 08:30 PM
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Default Re: Steering issue

i'd say power steering b/c my honda did the same, but it was a very loud and noticeable noise
Old Sep 1, 2008 | 07:53 AM
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power steering fluid low, air in the line, bad accessory belt to pump
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