Is It Normal for a Car to Make Strange Noises When Turning the Steering Wheel?
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It is not normal for a car to make strange noises when turning the steering wheel, and it requires timely inspection and repair. Below is a detailed introduction about car maintenance: 1. Overview: Car maintenance is a general term for car upkeep and repair. It involves using technical means to diagnose faults in a malfunctioning car, identify the cause of the fault, and take certain measures to eliminate the fault and restore the car to a certain level of performance and safety standards. 2. Others: Car maintenance includes major repairs and minor repairs. Major repairs refer to restorative repairs that involve repairing or replacing any car parts (including fundamental components) to restore the car's technical condition and fully (or nearly fully) extend its lifespan. Minor repairs refer to operational repairs that involve replacing or repairing individual parts to ensure or restore the car's working capability.
I've been driving for over 20 years and have encountered quite a few cases of steering wheel noise. This usually isn't a good sign, especially if you hear squeaking or clicking sounds when turning—it's most likely an issue with the steering system. The most common cause is aging steering gear bushings; when the rubber cracks, it creates friction noise. If it only makes noise in cold weather, it might be due to insufficient grease in the steering column bearings—my old Accord had this problem. Loose steering linkage ball joints can also cause clunking sounds, which is particularly dangerous; sudden loss of control on the highway is no joke. Poor contact in the steering wheel's electronic components can produce buzzing noises, requiring the steering wheel to be disassembled to inspect the wiring harness. My advice is to visit a repair shop as soon as you notice any unusual noise. Last year, my neighbor ignored the issue, and the steering gear seized up on the highway, nearly causing a major accident.
