question on the common steering wheel squeak
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I've read lots of the threads on this topic, realize there's an additive that is to cure some of the steering squeak. I'm not sure if this is what I'm hearing or not.
When the radio is not on and the windows are closed, moving the steering wheel to turn corners results in a sounds like plastic against rubber. Loud enough that even passengers hear it ("your steering wheel needs some WD-40" was one comment).
Is this the nosie the additive is supposed to fix? Or is this a seal or bushing inside the column making this noise? Not always consistant, and I don't even hear it if the radio is on. I have changed my power steering fluid with fresh, but that made no difference. I feel like sometimes the noise does go away, maybe after long drivers and the fluid is heated well.
Thanks,
-Michael
When the radio is not on and the windows are closed, moving the steering wheel to turn corners results in a sounds like plastic against rubber. Loud enough that even passengers hear it ("your steering wheel needs some WD-40" was one comment).
Is this the nosie the additive is supposed to fix? Or is this a seal or bushing inside the column making this noise? Not always consistant, and I don't even hear it if the radio is on. I have changed my power steering fluid with fresh, but that made no difference. I feel like sometimes the noise does go away, maybe after long drivers and the fluid is heated well.
Thanks,
-Michael
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I have the same issue, i purchased the additive and changed the fluid twice before putting it in with MOBIL 1 ATF and still have the squeak. I am thinking of putting some 3 in 1 oil behind the steering wheel to see if this resolves it. i will follow up with everyone and let you know what happens.
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