Z4 Steering

[Chablonski]

Hi all, wondering if anyone can throw some light on this fault. After driving the Z4 for a couple of hours the steering becomes very notchy! if thats a word?especially noticeable at roundabouts its almost like it grabs or sticks, most un- nerving . Its been back to the dealer 3 times but only get the fault when driven for a couple of hours! Any thoughts greatly received. Shes a 2004 2.2 model.thanks

[rassi]

The electric steering rack of the Z4 (E85/E86) is known to fail, unfortunately. Not sure why yours is playing up after a few hours only but you might want to prepare for some deep pocket rummaging

[Sticks.]

This fault is well documented on the Z4 Forum. AIUI the issue is worse when it's warm, either ambient temperature or from the heater. Replacement is very expensive but some Z4 Forum members have come up with their own fix.

I'm surprised the dealer didn't suspect the problem, at least.

[Mr Tidy]

Yes, loads more information on Z4forum on this issue!

Like this:-

http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&am...

Good luck.

[SebringMan]

If it's less than a month old I'd be tempted to hand it back TBH, unless the fix is cheap.