Q: Steering wheel makes noise in a 2006 Infiniti M35

asked by on January 21, 2016

While driving, I hear a sound when I turn the steering wheel to the right.

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A noise when turning the wheel can be caused by a wide variety of problems. I would recommend having the vehicle driven and inspected by a knowledgable technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to determine the exact cause of the noise.

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