Hi !
My 98 Nissan Maxima emits a loud squeal when I turn the wheels afer a cold start. I've never ever driven until the engine's warmed up for about a minute, and it idles at around 1000 rpm right after start. (This, of course, goes lower once it's hot.)
The noise starts the moment I turn the wheels left or right, not even close to the end of the range; it's almost like the noise when brake pads need replacement.
If I turn the engine off at this point, and turn the key once again, this sound goes away (till the next time I start it up.)
I'm using manufacturer-recommended Dexron III oil for the power steering, and I never had this problem when it was warmer here in Virginia, or during the time I drove in Georgia.
Any clues?
Thanks in advance, :)