Steering makes a cranking sound when turning

2007 HONDA CIVIC
127,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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LEATICIA ANINYEI
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My steering make a cranking sound when I turn either to the left or right while in motion.
May 19, 2021 at 8:09 PM
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This happens when the steering fluid needs to be flushed out. this video will help you see how to do the job on a similar car be the process is the same:

https://youtu.be/rDo5ZA4KM7Q


Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can hear the noise? that would be great. You can upload it here with your response. Please let us know what happens.
May 21, 2021 at 2:48 AM
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