FL2 TD4: What is this noise when turning steering wheel?

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Buel10

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Hi all.
After not having used my TD4 for over a week, I went for a short drive and turned back because of this strange noise when I turned the steering wheel. It seems to come from near the centre of the engine, if that makes sense in my pathetic lay-speak.
Here is a video of it from both inside and outside:


Please can I ask for some thoughts?
 
Arctic2 said:
How much fluid is in the power steering reservoir? also if you notice the lower arm is moving in the mount.
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Thanks. Just checked and fluid is half way between min and max. also if you notice the lower arm is moving in the mount Didn't notice this!!?!
 
That sounds like one or both strut top bearings.

To check gently hold the top of the spring while an assistant turns the wheel side to side. If the bearings are dry or damaged you should feel it jump as it makes the noise.

Be careful you don’t trap your arm!!!

Bit of a faff to do but I believe you can regrease them. Took mine to the garage.
 
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