answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Check the wheel bearings

if it is only when you turn, you may want to check the backing plate as if it gets bent or warped, it can rub on the rotor as you turn. I had that problem, and a simple bend into shape and it was fixed.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What would cause a grinding noise when turning the steering wheel in a 2004 Volvo S40?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What would cause a grinding or scratching sound when turning the steering wheel in a car that doesn't have power steering?

Check out the bearings in the steering column and the knuckles in the steering shaft


What would cause a grinding noise when turning the steering wheel to the right in a ford transit?

most grinding noises that come from turning is usually a cv axle that needs to be replaced. Can also be a bad wheel bearing. If you hear the grinding when turning to the right then the left front wheel bearing is bad.


Have 02 Saturn SL 2 26000 mi grinding noise when turning right or left has new brakes tie rods steering rack all dealer replaced this week still makes grinding sound when turning right left?

Bad wheel bearings usually cause a grinding noise, and are known to only cause it when turning.


What would cause grinding noise when turning the steering wheel of a classic mustang?

The steering gear box, probably. If it's power steering, it may be coming from the pump itself. This answer could be one of many things, if the grinding only happens while you are driving. Check to make sure your power steering fluid is full. Mine has a leak and every couple weeks it starts to grind when I turn right.


What can cause a noise when turning your steering wheel to the right?

Many things can cause that, the simplest cause being lack of power steering fluid.


What would cause your car to cut off while turning the steering wheel?

A bad alternator. Turning the steering wheel all the way is very demanding on the power steering which draws power from the engine and can cause the idle to dip down. A weak alternator is usually the cause for the stalling.


What causes Steering whine when i turn the steering wheel in a 98 grand am?

Low steering fluid can cause a steering wheel to whine when turning. A worn steering belt can also cause a steering wheel to whine when a car is being turned.


What would cause a squeaking noise that changes from side to side when turning steering wheel?

ummm power steering


What could cause a popping - grinding noise when turning a Windstar?

Possible causes of popping/grinding noises when turning:Wheel bearingsCV joint / axleBrakesSee "Related Questions" below for more


What causes Right front tire area to make deep grinding sound making an extreme righ turn?

Have your brakes checked, rust or wear on brakes can cause grinding when turning.


What is the cause of a humming noise when turning the steering wheel of a ford windstar?

Check and see if your power steering fluid level is low.


What is the cause of a humming noise when turning the steering wheel of a Honda Prelude?

Anytime I've ever heard a humming noise when turning the steering wheel on any vehicle,It has always been due to low power steering fluid