Squeeeking

[kchdsho]

My '95 SHO ATX has 84k on it, when ever I turn to the left I hear a Squeeking sound that comes form the Drivers front wheel area. Does anyone have any advice for me on what to do? I bought the SHO about 1 1/2 months ago. Was'nt doing it then. The power steering fluid level is good, but it is a grayish color. That doesn't seem right, what should I do. shrug Thanks for any info.

 

[sdpatt]

Most likely your tie rod ends. Grab the rod end with a Crescent wrench and rotate it to see it it is the source of the squeak. The originals are sealed and not designed to be greaseable. You can either replace them and get an alignment to reset the toe-in or use a hypodermic-type needle to inject grease through the rubber boot on the tie rod end. I have done this on several squeaking tie rod ends to great effect at no cost.

 

[pjtoledo]

A hi pitched squeek? Tie rods or ball joints. While neither of the joints has a grease fitting, it is possible to regrease them. The tie rods are easy, just disconnect from the spindle and pry the rubber boot off. Work some grease into it, rotate the stem a bit and repeat. A few drops of oil helps too. The rubber boots are just pressed on, use a wide flat tool and tap all around it. The ball joints are not as easy, but the same method applies.

Perry Toledo,Ohio

 

[kchdsho]

Thanks, I will try this. I'll let you both know if it works out. Thanks again thumbs_u