I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem and could help me out. Every now and then when I slow down to take a left turn and then gas it a little bit as I'm turning, I hear a grinding noise almost like grinding gears in a manual transmission only not as loud. It seems to be getting worse as time goes on. It's only on left turns and only when I step on the gas as I'm turning. Fluid level is OK and I don't recall hitting any bumps or potholes in a manner that would cause that much wear on my steering. Steering wheel has no play in it, and steering still seems as good as new, except of course when that sound happens.
Q: The haynes manual doesn't say anything about flushing and refilling the steering fluid (only replenishing it if it falls below the full mark). Do we need to change the power steering fluid and how often?
Q: Is there any type of regular service done to the steering system? (again, nothing said in the haynes manual)
Q: How often does the power steering pump go out and how much does it cost? Anyone else have to replace it? I can't imagine it being the rack and pinion because the steering is still smooth.
Q: The haynes manual doesn't say anything about flushing and refilling the steering fluid (only replenishing it if it falls below the full mark). Do we need to change the power steering fluid and how often?
Q: Is there any type of regular service done to the steering system? (again, nothing said in the haynes manual)
Q: How often does the power steering pump go out and how much does it cost? Anyone else have to replace it? I can't imagine it being the rack and pinion because the steering is still smooth.