[A4] Power Steering Noise

[Richard Hurt]

Actually, I just checked the fluid and it looks good.  Smack dab in 
between the Max & Min marks after a hard drive home.  So, now I just 
have to wonder if it's the pump or something.  Hmmm....any good tips on 
testing/checking the system?  It doesn't seem to be leaking and I don't 
hear the "normal" belt squeal, but it does make a deep "grunting" sound 
and it more difficult to turn at low speeds.

Thanx!
  Richard


Stock, Nicholas wrote:

>I know this sounds simple, but have you checked the fluid level? With low
>levels of steering fluid the pump starts pushing air in, and you get the
>noise you are currently hearing. I had a similar problem, turned out the
>rack was leaking so I got a new one (under warranty, thank heavens.)
>
>Nick
>
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>Hey guys,
>
>I am hearing a whining noise when I turn the front wheels at slow speed 
>(parking lot).  It's not a belt squeel and I'm afraid that the pump 
>might be going out.  Or even worse, the rack.  Any hints/tips for me?
>
>Thanx!
>   Richard
>1998 A4 2.8Qm
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