I turn my wheel while accelerating I hear a knocking sound

1997 NISSAN MAXIMA
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Every time I turn my wheel all the way to the right while accelerating I hear a knocking sound. I have a '97 Nissan Maxima. What could this be?
Nov 28, 2011 at 11:26 AM
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Worn outer cv joint. Least expensive is to replace the half shaft assembly with a rebuilt unit.
Nov 28, 2011 at 11:40 AM
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