Very loud screatching from offside front wheel!

[Marc1]

Hey guys, hope you can help.

The noise occures whenever the stearing wheel is turned, whether the cars stationary or moveing and it's getting progressively worse

I can only describe the noise as squeaky, kind of like it's a really dry bearing and it's ****** irritating.

I'm planning on jacking the car up at the weekend and removing the wheel to see if there's anything obvious. Can anyone offer suggestions of what to look out for?

Thanks

 

[jesters3]

Would be worth checking your Power Steering Fluid first. I had a similar noise and issue and it came down to no fluid, once topped up all is good. The noise is the groaning and creaking from the sterring pump

 

[Marc1]

Thanks for that Jester. I've checked the level today and it's ok - arrrrhhhh! I had my fingers crossed on that one.

I want to avoid sending it to the garage, or at least have an idea what the issue is before they try and , lol.

 

[jesters3]

Gutted. Found this they may help though: http://www.thepartsbin.com/suspension-steering.html

However I haven't got the foggiest on how to attempt replacing parts.

 

[jesters3]

Just thought. One other time I had a screeching noise was when the outer CV boot had split and come away so was catching when turning - other than that pass.

 

[Marc1]

Thanks for your help mate. I've got it booked in now. Although I'm now also having electric issues. Think it's the alternator. Great!!!

 

[Marc1]

Just an update in case it helps anyone else with similiar issues. The squeaking type noise was due to the lower curved suspension arm. £130 + VAT + 1 hour labour from an Audi specialist and all is well.

 

[jesters3]

Glad you got it sorted!