1996 Pontiac Grand Am Makes whining noises when turning and

Tiny
JPRICE123
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  • 1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 18,100 MILES
Please help, I checked power steering fluid and it was empty filled it up and something smells like it is burning. Car makes whining sounds when I turn and when I accelerate going straight. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks james
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009 AT 1:24 PM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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Check the pressure and return lines for leaks, make sure the PS tank is full, if whining continues, the pump would need to be replaced and any leaks fixed.

You may try a PS additive that stops PS pump noise first, see if it helps, but most likely the seals/bearings are gone.
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Monday, February 23rd, 2009 AT 8:18 AM

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