Noise when turning left

[jtkratzer]

Originally Posted by theinfiniteface

I had this same problem, sure enough, my power steering fluid reservoir was almost dry! I filled it up and sure enough, the awful grinding noise went away.

That also happened, but it was more of a squeaking noise, but not high pitched. it's amazing how a car runs better when it has properly filled fluids and the right parts.

[98ti-cali-m]

Did anyone start having this problem after hitting a large pothole? I do feel vibration in the gearbox and get a humming noise. Didn't start until I hit a pothole.

[buckowens]

My mechanic found out that my noise was coming from a piece of metal under the car. I did not see exactly which piece it was, but it also came through the automatic shifter handle.

[98ti-cali-m]

Buck

Did you take it to a BMW dealership or a local mechanic?

Thanks

[buckowens]

To a local BMW CCA member garage. It was apparently a minor job as I don't even recall an entry on the bill.

[iqvkucuh]

i have the same problem last couple years ago...
i finally solve my problem for cleaning my wheels, sounds really stupid but i did it...
first reaction i have when i find it out the noise, i thought is my tire's problem, but actually is not the tire problem, it is the salt on the road, it gets more and more on your tires and it make those sound by pushing your car forward, especially when you drive a auto...
so try to clean your wheel and tell me what happens...

[michaelhofastcar]

My noise problem was solved after adding power steering fluid.

[Ji Money]

Man, I got the same noise problem when I turn left only. Sharp 90 degree turns. I even feel vibrations on the stick shifter sometimes.

I didn't really know how to describe the problem to post about it. I'm glad I found this thread.