Crunching/Creaking Noise When Turning

[Farquea]

I've noticed a crunching/creaking noise coming from the front left wheel when i make a tight turn, say 90 degrees. I've looked around and think it MAY be the ball joint or tie rod causing it.

If that is the case, how big (expensive) of a job would this usually be for a mechanic or would it be something that is relatively easy to fix myself?

Additionally if you don't think it's either of these I'd appreciate the feedback.

 

[Farquea]

Thanks, i'm not too sure where most of that is located so ill have to do some research and take a look.

 

[D16Y8Noob]

Creaking sound is bushings, but you'd hear that with turns and bumps. Crunching during a turn is a CV that is worn or missing some teeth.
It's important to keep up on the maintenance schedule because a $20 boot could cost you hundreds in the long run.