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11:45

Boston.com producer - Post your questions now and John Paul will answer them at noon.

12:07

John Paul - Sorry for the delay lets talk about cars. It is October and Car Care Month, Car problems anyone

12:08

[Comment From paul]
Hi- I have a 2001 ford escape, recently i have noticed a squeaking, squealing noise in the steering column. I checked the steering fluid and that was ok. any suggestions, by the way the steering seems to wok fine, it's just a very annoying sound.

12:10

John Paul - Depending where the noise is coming from. If it makes a noise with the engine on and the car stopped it could be a belt. If it makes a noise underway it could be a brake problem. I would bring it into a garage and let them hear the noise with you

12:11

[Comment From paul]
the noise only occurs when I'm turning the wheel.

12:13

John Paul - Could be a problem with the power steering belt. But still the best thing you can do is show your mechnaic when and how the noise happens to get it repaired properly

12:14

[Comment From paul]
thanks

12:15

John Paul - Most batteries only have a 3-5 year life, with cold weather on its way have the battery tested before you have a problem

12:15

[Comment From John]
What do you think of the CX-9 and the Traverse, and do you recommend FWD or AWD ?

12:19

John Paul - AWD will get you up a slippery hill better than FWD. Although keep in mind they all stop about the same. I spent a week in both cars and like the Chevy. It road well was comfortable and was a good value. The CX-9, although a good vehicle just didn't do it for me. The HID lights were constantly aiming to the point of being annoying. The ride was a little firm.

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