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Old Apr 18, 2008 | 02:11 AM
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You stated that the Hummm occurs on "sweeping" left hand turns. Does it do it while sitting still and turning to the left? If not, then it might not be a problem with the hydraulic system. Have you checked for a bad wheel bearing ? There is generally a lot more pressure exerted on a wheel bearing when making a turn than in traveling in a straight line. And , usually, the bearings opposite the direction of the turn will be the culprit , just like the nasty clicking noise of a bad CV joint on a front wheel drive car, when it clicks turning left, it is usually a bad joint on the right causing it. I am no expert in car repairs, since I have worked at a Mack truck dealership for many years, but, cars are just little trucks, lol..
 
Old Apr 18, 2008 | 09:04 AM
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I don't think it is the ps pump as it only happens turning to the left.
Different bushings and seals to each side?



 
Old Apr 19, 2008 | 01:01 AM
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I think you Caddy is humming because it's just happy to be alive.
 
Old Apr 19, 2008 | 08:14 AM
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good point .. is it the Cadillac song?




 
Old Apr 20, 2008 | 01:58 PM
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Noise in one direction and not other : steering gear likely cause. also check for grounded P/S hose.
 
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