1985 Porsche 944 Cold Belt and Steering Noise Fix

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I have a 1985 944 which is in excellent condition...except....during the cold months, I live in Syracuse, NY, I notice a squealing coming from one of the belts. It is intermittent. Do you have any ideas? When it is warmer outside, it goes away.
Thanks in advance.
Oh another issue. I recently had a rack and pinion installed. Again, in cold weather, when I start the engine there is a mournful noise coming from what seems to be from the steering. In park, I turn the steering wheel and it moans as well. When the vehicle warms up...it is gone.
Jan 16, 2006 at 7:10 AM
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First I would replace the drive belt with new to repair the noise you are hearing, Then check the power steering fluid level add as needed.
Feb 1, 2006 at 7:14 AM
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Replace the drive belt, then check the power steering fluid level and add fluid as needed.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1985 944 reports intermittent belt squealing in cold weather that stops when temperatures rise, plus a moaning noise from the steering area after a recent rack-and-pinion installation that also disappears once the vehicle warms up. The expert recommends replacing the drive belt and checking and topping up the power steering fluid.

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