What Causes the Squeaking Sound When Turning the Car?

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AliviaLynn
07/29/25 5:02pm
There are generally three reasons for the squeaking sound when turning the car. 1. Friction between plastic components. Since the steering wheel is usually made of plastic parts, and if the temperature drops, the plastic may harden, naturally leading to friction sounds. 2. Aging of the steering tie rod ball joint. If the steering tie rod ball joint is aged, it can cause the car's steering wheel to shake and produce noise. In this case, the steering tie rod ball joint usually needs to be replaced, followed by a four-wheel alignment. 3. Steering gear malfunction. If the noise during steering is very loud, it may be due to excessive gear clearance in the steering gear, which requires replacing the steering gear.
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