W126 260 SE - Sounds from steering

[Jacob260se]

Hi, My 260 SE from 1986 has been starting to make some sounds, when I turn the wheel, both left and right. When the wheel is turned, sounds come from what seems to be the engine compartment, it is sort of high-pitched. Once the steering wheel is centered again, the sound goes away.

I have been recommended checking the power-steering fluid.

Are there any one else who may have ideas as what to do ?

Brgds Jacob

 

[pascal]

The sound seems to be coming from your steering box okay. Take your friends advice and check it out.

 

[jaques2k]

Yep, check the fluid as Pascal says, and also check if the belt that runs the servo-pump isn´t making the noise...

 

[SUE.]

As above,check the fluid level first,this is the most likely cause if it is only making noise on full lock,also check the condition of the drive belt.