Loud squeaky noise from steering wheel?

[jon456]

I have a 98 and every time I go over a bump or turn a corner I am hearing a loud sqeaking sound its either coming from the steering wheel or the suspension possibly? I already know that on the passengers side the suspension makes an unbelievable amount of noise with just normal driving. Anyway what do you think this is and how can I fix it, its driving me nuts?

[parimento1]

could be bad control arms.

[avalontom]

How many miles on your car?

For my '95, replacing the struts, strut bearings, etc. took care of all of it's weird noises.

Tom

[jon456]

I'm coming up on 98,000. By the way, is this dangerous or just a noise issue?

[toyomoho]

Do a little snooping around the suspension. Push down on the side of the car that makes the most noise. Jack up the tire, grab the tire at 3 and 9 pm and then 6 and 12 and see how much play is there. Remove the tire and look at the suspension items. Also check the stabilizer bar bushings, often a source of noise and clunking when going over speed bumps.

The noise is not necessarily a sign of impending danger.