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Old 12-06-2013, 06:38 AM
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Question Squealing when turning?

For the past three days (Since the temperature started dropping below 40f at night), my car has been 'squealing' when I turn right or left - I know it is not an axle issue, since both sides and ball joints were replaced three months ago - Steering doesn't feel 'hindered' or anything, but the noise is starting to make me nervous when turning out of streets, lots, etc - Anybody have any ideas what it could be?
 
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Old 12-06-2013, 10:25 AM
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Either the power steering belt is loose, or the fluid is low.

If you need to add fluid there is likely a leak, the ends of the rack are most prone to leaking. Don't use a generic fluid, use Honda brand or other brand specifically marked as suitable for Honda.
 
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Old 12-06-2013, 01:34 PM
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Brought it to my mechanic, and it turns out the upper ball joints on both sides are just about frozen - The squealing I was hearing was metal-on-metal grinding - As soon as I got it on the lift the noise stopped :-s
 
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