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2003 Lexus ES300 Question: why does steering make craking noise when turning only when the car is cold

 

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Visitor, 3.0L V6, Olympia Fields, IL, April 16, 2011, 17:33

why does steering make noise when i make right or left turn

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    DaveJHM April 17, 2011, 00:15
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    Have you checked the level of your power steering fluid? If low, the pump can make noise.

    A power steering pump that is worn will also make noise. And if there is air in the system, it will make noise too.

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