What Are the Causes of Abnormal Noises When Turning a Vehicle?
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Abnormal noises when turning a vehicle may be caused by the turn signal resetting, aging of the steering tie rod ball joint, steering gear failure, damaged stabilizer bar, or friction between plastic components. Specific causes and solutions: Turn signal resetting: If the turn signal is activated while turning, the noise might come from the rebound clip of the automatic reset mechanism of the turn signal. In this case, there is no need to worry. Aging of the steering tie rod ball joint: If the steering tie rod ball joint is aging, it can cause steering wheel vibration and noise. The usual solution is to replace the steering tie rod ball joint and perform a wheel alignment afterward. Steering gear failure: If the noise during steering is very loud, it might be due to excessive gear clearance in the steering gear, which requires replacing the steering gear. Damaged stabilizer bar: Loose or damaged stabilizer bar bushings not only cause noise when turning but also when driving over uneven roads. Loose stabilizer bar bushings can be fixed by adding shims. Friction between plastic components: Since the steering wheel is usually made of plastic components, colder temperatures can harden the plastic, leading to friction noises. Regular inspection of plastic components and timely replacement are necessary in this case.