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Loud squealing noise from the engine when you turn the wheel. It has plenty of power steering fluid. Any suggestions?

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Adjust belt tension on powersteering pump, if belt is separate, if not, it may be time for a new serpentine belt. When was it/they last changed?

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Hi I am Vortash Sounds like either the drive belt is slipping or you have a bad bearing on the PS pump .. regards Vortash

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