Need help with a noise

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Fake-Account27

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2018 Ram 2500 Cummins, only 13k miles.

When driving I get a a high pitch whine that changes with transmission shifts.

I also get the noise at idle when I press hard on the brakes.

Little to no noise when idle.

Looking online it seems it might be the hyrdaboost and power steering, but the noise is not quite the same.

Any ideas, and is it safe to tow my travel trailer home.
 
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Update, it's defentaly low on power steering fluid so I will go get some tomorrow.
 

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2018 Ram 2500 Cummins, only 13k miles.

When driving I get a a high pitch whine that changes with transmission shifts.

I also get the noise at idle when I press hard on the brakes.

Little to no noise when idle.

Looking online it seems it might be the hyrdaboost and power steering, but the noise is not quite the same.

Any ideas, and is it safe to tow my travel trailer home.

We certainly understand why this would be concerning. If you are not able to determine a solution based on suggestions from fellow forum members and you decide to address this with your Ram dealer, please be sure to follow up with us via private message. We would be more than willing to escalate your situation to a specialist who can work alongside you and your dealer while your truck is in service.

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Fake-Account27

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Hopefully that's all your truck needed. Nice and easy.
Well considering I have already gone through a whole bottle, there is definitely a leak. Adding more every hour fixed the issue though. I have 3 more bottles which will get me and my trailer home at least.

It's still under warranty so it's going to the shop next week.
 
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