2001 Buick Regal loud whining noise under hood while drivin

2001 BUICK REGAL
146,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KAT456
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There is a loud whining noise under the hood, sounds like driving with mud tires my husband says. we just replaced Mass Air Flow Sensor.
Sep 19, 2009 at 1:49 PM
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TAKECHARGESARGE
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Hi kat456,

Sounds like the Power Steering Pump is low on fluid and is cavitating. Check the reservoir for fluid level.

TakeChargeSarge
Sep 20, 2009 at 5:47 PM
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