Humming noise on roundabout/turning wheels

[kamillasak]

Hi, I recently noticed a strange buzzing/humming noise when driving on a roundabout. When driving straight ahead, there is no noise, but when turning the wheels and accelerating slightly, the noise also appears. Could it be the bearing/power steering pump? Cheers

 

[3_puppies]

does it happen left and right?
jack it up, place on jackstands, turn wheel and rotate tires by hand any noise?

 

[Aracobuilt]

Have you checked your power steering fluid to see if it is low?

 

[2001LC]

Thread 'Steering Flush & Cleaning'

Mar 29, 2016

Cleaning power steering reservoir and flushing it's fluid. Keeps Vane pump and rack & pinion in top condition.

These step will help you get, a better idea on how to.

1. Power wash reservoir & hoses using a degreaser, before starting service. Makes for cleaner job. Repeat, once all done with servicing/flushing.
2. Release hose clamps from hoses of reservoir, sliding them down the hoses a few inches. Do not remove hose yet, just insure they turn freely on reservoir nipples.
3. Pull reservoir out of holder. You'll need to release/bend clip outward, on outside of holding bracket...

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[kamillasak]

i checked it yesterday, fluid is there. i drive for about 10km, no noise this time. maybe it is when car is more hot?