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It probably isn't the alternator since it only happens when you turn the car tightly. Usually that would be caused by the steering hydraulic system due to a worn rack and pinion gear or power steering pump.

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Q: I had a weird noise when I was turning my car tightly and I could feel it My alternator just went and I just replaced it and oddly my car now turns fine Could a bad alternator cause that?
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