What Causes Noise When Turning the Steering Wheel?

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Noise when turning the steering wheel may be caused by wear in the CV joint. Here are some relevant details about noise when turning the steering wheel: 1. The inspection method involves disassembling and checking the inner walls of the left and right inner CV joints for wear and the formation of pits. 2. In most cases, this is caused by pits forming on the inner walls of the inner CV joints, where the outer surface of the ball bearings frequently contacts—specifically, the torque transmission points (stress points). 3. If the noise is not coming from the strut mount bearing, then check whether the stabilizer bar bushings are loose or damaged. 4. Loose or damaged stabilizer bar bushings will not only cause noise when turning the steering wheel but also produce sounds when driving over uneven roads. Loose stabilizer bar bushings can be fixed by adding shims, but if they are damaged, they must be replaced.