2002 Chevrolet Malibu Repair Question
Topics covered: Wheel, Cv joint, Power steering.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on August 5, 2009
2002 Chevy Malibu Whats the problem?
Noises problem
2002 Chevy Malibu 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 89000 miles
The vehicle is making a loud whining sound and it gets louder the faster you drive. No problems while idling. It seems to be originating from the center or maybe from the passenger side. Also there is a noticable vibration during this. What cold be wrong? I'm torn between wheel bearings or CV joints. But then again I may be way off.
2002 Chevy Malibu 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 89000 miles
The vehicle is making a loud whining sound and it gets louder the faster you drive. No problems while idling. It seems to be originating from the center or maybe from the passenger side. Also there is a noticable vibration during this. What cold be wrong? I'm torn between wheel bearings or CV joints. But then again I may be way off.
Asked by bcald44Answer
Replied on September 7, 2009
A CV joint won't make that sound. A bearing can. Does the sound change when you make turns?
Replied on September 7, 2009
Yes. When you turn left it gets louder. Turn right and it gets quieter. You thinking its a wheel bearing then?
Replied on September 15, 2009
bcald44,
Sounds to me as if the power steering fliud level has gotten so low the pump is trying to cavitate. Make sure the power steering fluid reservoir is serviced to proper level.
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