Knock/clunk felt through steering wheel
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Hello.
Ive had this problem were when you turn left or right you get this knock sensation through the steering wheel. I get it when you are going at speeds below 10mph on uneven surfaces. When doing 3 point turns I not noticed the problem, seems only to happen when the cars moving.
Am hoping its nothing too bad, like a steering rack. Are these symptoms consistent with give within the droplinks, I hope so as they are fairly cheap and easy to replace.
Ive had this problem were when you turn left or right you get this knock sensation through the steering wheel. I get it when you are going at speeds below 10mph on uneven surfaces. When doing 3 point turns I not noticed the problem, seems only to happen when the cars moving.
Am hoping its nothing too bad, like a steering rack. Are these symptoms consistent with give within the droplinks, I hope so as they are fairly cheap and easy to replace.
Sorry, what I meant was when I am driving straight and the road is uneven and a bit bumpy you don't get the knock sensation through the steering wheel. Only when you are driving relatively slowly around bends on rough surfaces do you get the knock. The knocks can be felt when the wheel is turned beyond 10 and 2 o'clock on the wheel.
If the car is stationary and the wheel is turned lock to lock you dont get the knock, only when the car is in motion.
If the car is stationary and the wheel is turned lock to lock you dont get the knock, only when the car is in motion.
OK thanks, thats a long list to go through from someone thats a novice at mechanical work. Because the knock is felt through the steering wheel can I assume it is something in the suspension system that is directly connected to the base of the steering rack?
I can probably do the drop links and ARB bushes myself plus the parts arent too expensive. My car is just ticked over 23,000 miles. Is that enough time for stuff too knacker?
I can probably do the drop links and ARB bushes myself plus the parts arent too expensive. My car is just ticked over 23,000 miles. Is that enough time for stuff too knacker?
Edited by Vyse on Sunday 13th July 19:23
My DC2 made a 'click' type feeling through the wheel when turning with very little load on the wheel (low speed gentle cornering), clicking when wheel(s) passed straight ahead. While I sold it with the fault, I had an advisory at the MOT as there being slight play in the track rod end. Might be the same thing.
I would check everything already mentioned but also perhaps check your springs for any cracks, run your fingers along there whole length and feel for anything rather than just visually. Its unlikely but as these are suspension and do turn slightly it could be worth the check.
Lets hope its something like drop links, which are cheap and easy to replace.
Im having problems with my car and clicking noises I hear at low turning speeds. Ive been replacing everthing myself. Its time consuming and a steep learning curve and a little bit expensive but very satisfying and not as expensive as a garage. I would recommend a Haynes manual if you plan to do things yourself. Im a novice but I like to have a go.
Lets hope its something like drop links, which are cheap and easy to replace.
Im having problems with my car and clicking noises I hear at low turning speeds. Ive been replacing everthing myself. Its time consuming and a steep learning curve and a little bit expensive but very satisfying and not as expensive as a garage. I would recommend a Haynes manual if you plan to do things yourself. Im a novice but I like to have a go.
Ok, so the steering rack was replaced and it hasnt solved the issue. The knock is not as in your face as before but can still be felt. So after ruling out steering rack what else is it likely to be? I assume the dealer has checked all the cheaper components and found them to be ok before opting for changing the rack.
Hi Vsye, though the forum has not been active for quite a while. I am hoping if you have manage to pin point the issue? I have a exact symptom as yours that could not be resolved. I have sent into Ford 8 times, and no fault found. By the way, I am owning a 2014 Ford Ranger. Hope yr lesson learnt can be a reference for me. Thanks in advance.
I was able to fix the problem by greasing the splines in the steering column. When the splines are dry they transmit movement, when greasing it dampens any movement down.
The monkeys at the dealership had absolutely no idea!
The monkeys at the dealership had absolutely no idea!
fey said:
Hi Vsye, though the forum has not been active for quite a while. I am hoping if you have manage to pin point the issue? I have a exact symptom as yours that could not be resolved. I have sent into Ford 8 times, and no fault found. By the way, I am owning a 2014 Ford Ranger. Hope yr lesson learnt can be a reference for me. Thanks in advance.
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