I have a 2003 Chevy Cavalier, and I've noticed within the last few weeks that when I turn I hear weird noises. I guess they can be described as "grinding" noises. Not really squealing ... It happens alot when I turn really hard. Anyone know what that could be? Easy to fix? or am I gonna have to shell out another $1600 to the dealership's service department? But let's not get into that bill! lol
2007-11-30 21:20:58 · 12 answers · asked by copswife134 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You need to repair it...
2007-11-30 21:24:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
One of the causes may be the drive axle for that wheel may be going bad,usually making a grinding or clicking sound when making a turn. Repairs are somewhere between two or three hundred dollars,depending on where the repairs are done.
2007-11-30 22:12:17 · answer #2 · answered by giavannimangiapani123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With the symptoms you give, it is the power steering pump. The dead giveaway is when you say it does it when you turn really hard. Power steering pumps "grind" when they are about to fail, worn CV joints "click". Please have it checked and it is possible it may need a replacement. A power steering pump can be replaced easily if you know someone that has the proper special tool required to remove the pulley. You do have the option to purchase a remanufactured pump versus the price of a new one.
2007-11-30 21:50:30 · answer #3 · answered by bobby 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
don't sell your car because i will lose money , your problem is the front axles , they are bad and 2 new with cost u around 500 and rebuilt somewhere around 300 plus install cost and that is around 4 hours and if u do that make sure u change the brake pads at the same time to save some money .
2007-11-30 22:04:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a clicking sound, could be the CV joint. The CV joint is where the drive axle flexes to allow the car to turn. Quite a high failure item. Expect about $200 repair.
2007-11-30 21:30:49 · answer #5 · answered by duckredbeard 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First possibility that comes to mind is CV axle joints. If so, it is actually cheaper to replace the whole axle than to replace just the joint. At my shop, an axle replacement goes for $175 including labor. There is a left & a right axle in your car. Have your mechanic (NOT the dealer!!!) check it out.
2007-11-30 21:26:44 · answer #6 · answered by kuntryguyy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
To everyone complaining about her speed... 70 IS THE SPEED LIMIT ON HIGHWAYS. Anyway, yea my car did this for a while... got the alignment checked and fixed my tires' air pressure and the problem went away 95%
2016-05-27 02:10:06 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like your Constant Velocity Joints are going. the joint range from 75-150 dollars plus hour+ labor
2007-11-30 21:36:50 · answer #8 · answered by jgonzos6 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a problem in the wheel bearing.
2007-11-30 21:28:19 · answer #9 · answered by I.M. Wright 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Its most likely the power stearing, maybe its just low on fluid.
2007-11-30 21:25:01 · answer #10 · answered by g_b_blair 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it is the power steering pump going out
2007-12-01 02:18:10 · answer #11 · answered by 1999 Nissan Skyline GTR Vspec 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋