Pulsing when turning at low speeds

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  1. rplumbo
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    Anyone know of a common source for an audible pulsing when turning a corner? When my 97 OBW corners I can hear a "wum wum wum wum wum..." which goes away when I straighten out. It's in the tires/wheels frequency band, so it's not engine related. I was thinking tires, but it happens when turning both directions.

    Thanks!
    Reid
     
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    Check your power steering resivor. is there fluid in there?
    is it still good?
     
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    check the tires for uneven wear (most likely cause). Try rotating them and see if the noise changes.
     
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    :shock:

    PS fluid is barely on the dipstick and I just filled it in Oct! I need to investigate a leak. Are there any common places to check for a leak, or any common parts to replace? I'll refill tomorrow.

    Tires are due for rotation in 1k. Maybe I'll go a little sooner now. If I can't do it myself I'll take it to morrie's or bloomington subaru.

    Reid
     
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