Toyota Corolla, 4 dr. sedan, manual gear, 1991 model, 210,000 miles. I bought the car new and still the car is running good. Very reliable car with good mileage. I took care of the car with regular maintenance, oil change, filter changes, and taking care of any problems like cv joint or shocks promptly. Recently I am noticing one thing which doesn’t sound right and would appreciate any advice. When the car is running and is in neutral gear (or in gear and clutch pressed), when I am turning the steering wheel, it is creating a constant noise. I removed the hood to find the source of the noise. Apparently the noise is coming from the passenger side of the engine compartment (belt assembly in the same side). I may not be correct identifying the exact source of noice, but the sound is consistent whenever I am turning the steering wheel when the engine is running, and the car is not moving. When I am driving the car, there is no noise.
This is normal for a 210K Toyota Corolla. What you are hearing is the sound made by the power steering pump. Check fluid level and fill as needed. Some noise in the instances you are mentioning is normal.
Testimonial: "Thanks for the advice. When i checked the Power Steering fluid level I found that almost empty. Once i filled it up, it seems to be ok. thanks."
If it is a squeal when you turn it to the stop, that will be the power steering pump attaining maximum pressure and going over the relief valve which it is designed to do. A slipping belt will produce a squeal also, so check the belt tension and wear. Top off the power steering resevoir and you should be good to go. Marvin T.
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Well.. i think it is more like squeal
Is the noise a "whine" or a "squeal" ?
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