2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Difficulty turning

2002 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
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GOOTIE97
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Steering problem
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse 6 cyl Automatic 97,000 miles

Hello,
I have noticed that sometimes it is difficult to turn the car. It is worse when it is cold and improves once warmed up. I also notice a squeeking noise when I turn. Could this be the CV joints going out?
Nov 23, 2008 at 2:13 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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no, but you should check your power steering fluid and make sure its full, if thats not the problem, it is best that you have the powersteering system checked especially thepump.
Nov 23, 2008 at 2:27 PM
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TYLER3G
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also make sure the cv joints are properly lubricated.. they should be lubed ever 25-30k miles as a precautionary
Dec 29, 2008 at 2:45 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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I woud make sure the tie rods and rod ends are lubed.
Dec 29, 2008 at 10:02 PM