Q: Car is making a popping sound when I turn the wheel. Most noticeable when I turn right

asked by on January 18, 2017

When I turn the steering wheel there is a popping sound. Can be heard on left turns, but mainly on right turns

My car has 204505 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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