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limited info generic answer --quite a few on the list ----power steering pump--c/v axle--hub--steering assembly --wheel etc need to jack up the noise side and check front end---- and listen and look for noise under hood --check pump and fluid level
Is the front tires turned and up agains the curb if so pull on steering wheel and try turning the key when you shut off the car the presure goes to 0 in the steering system and it can put a bind on the steering wheel
The cracked in the right side manifold is visible when you look up from the upper oil pan area to the underside manifold, the crack is small in the front runner. it takes 2 to 3 hours to replace it thru wheel well area.
Have someone check the u joint in the cv shaft for that wheel.. they make a clicking noise when 4wd is engaged.. it puts a load on the shaft.. .. often cheaper to just replace the cv shaft
We had the same problem with our 2007 Murano. However, the steering assembly (Box) actually broke and flipped upside down. This caused the car to turn sharp to the right and hit the cub while turning. Nissan said we caused the damage when we hit the cub and refused to pay for the damages. Look into the steering assembly before you also have an accident. Our insurance went up $20 a month.
Check the front drive shaft u-joint, and front cv shafts on the front axle, may be worn and need to be replaced. These parts will make a clicking or popping noise may sound like a thud sound.
Check the Brakes first. Are the pads worn down to metal. Is the Caliper Stuck (open)?
Raise and Support the Front and Rear (because of AWD) of the vehicle.
Remove the left front tire. Make sure the Parking Brake is engaged. Place the lug nuts back on the lug studs. Place the Vehicle in Neutral. Turn the wheel (without the tire on) and listen for where the noise is coming from. A bad bearing will feel rough (not smooth) and sound 'crackly' when trying to turn the one wheel. Make sure it is not from the CVJ.
If not smooth: Remove and Replace the wheel bearing. And yes you can do it yourself saving you about $150-$200 dollars. It is a bolt-on (4 bolts) bearing. Bolt Heads should be on the back side of the steering knuckle.
Remove the Brake Caliper, Caliper Brace, and Rotor.
Remove the 4-bolts (turn the wheels left and right to better access these bolt heads) and slip the bearing off the Axle. You may have to hit the bearing to loosen it.
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