noises!

Asked by Nlmmleigh Jan 09, 2017 at 08:55 PM about the 2013 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My Explorer will make a loud grinding noise when
turning the steering wheel sharp. In motion or sitting
still. Thoughts?
It also has a front drivers side rattle and when
slowing down at a higher speed with get louder and
there will even be a bit of a shake. Thoughts?
Car as 64k   Awd/4wd model

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F_O_R answered 7 years ago

Is the noise coming from your power steering pump?

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F_O_R answered 7 years ago

Is your car still under warranty? If so you know what to do.

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OJ answered 7 years ago

Check the hub bearing also. Don't want to overlook that possibility.

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F_O_R answered 7 years ago

If it makes noise when sitting still I doubt it is the bearings.

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OJ answered 7 years ago

Powering steering pump or rack. Check for leaks.

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GuruMMGH1 answered 3 years ago

My loud grindingish noise is coming from under steering wheel in upper column sounds like dry bears almost

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