Power Steering Noise

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- Snuffy "Hub Cap" McKinney
  
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8 years ago

Thu, Mar 31, 2016 7:22 PM

We'll here we go again. A few years ago I had the rack & pinion replaced along with all the hoses, but the noise was still there. I never was able to learn what was causing it so I just turned the radio up and got along. Now when I pull out of the driveway and turn the wheels sharp, it's not turning smooth - just like when the R&P was going bad. This time there's no leaking fluid - level stays the same for weeks.

Any idea on causes for this - and better - what would cure this godawful whining noise?

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- IYM
  
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posted
8 years ago

Thu, Mar 31, 2016 7:39 PM

If this is the Aerostar again, I suggest you take your cellphone, and a screwdriver then drive out to a deserted field. Put 6 rounds in the engine block with a .357 magnum.... Use the screwdriver to remove the plates, and the cell phone to call

1-877-KARS4KIDS, then call Uber for a ride home....

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- clare
  
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8 years ago

Thu, Mar 31, 2016 8:28 PM

You didn't change the pump when you changed the rack. Wear products from the failed rack also damaged the pump (or possibly it was pump bits that damaged the rack). The rack won't make a noise - the pump definitely will. I'd flush the system well, and then change the pump. The RIGHT thing to do would be to replace the rack,p, and all hoses to be sure everything is in top shape and a bad rack won't take out your new pump.