Creecking noise from steering or frame?

SouthArk370Z · 03-21-2017, 08:43 AM

Turning the wheels when stopped puts a lot of extra stress on the steering. Avoid it when possible.

Sounds to me like something needs a shot of grease. Possibly the steering shaft binding in a support. Get a helper, pop the hood, see if one of you can locate source while the other turns wheel. A mechanic's stethoscope or a paper towel roll can help pinpoint source. Watch out for moving parts when your working under the hood with engine running.

It doesn't sound serious but it's difficult to tell a lot from a cell phone recording.

Edit: I still think the problem is related to tire scrub. Something else (binding part?) is amplifying the effect. Most cars, especially those with wider tires, are going to make thumping/clunking/etc noises when you turn the wheels when stopped. Yours does seem a little more pronounced then usual.

03-21-2017, 08:43 AM	#7 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	Turning the wheels when stopped puts a lot of extra stress on the steering. Avoid it when possible. Sounds to me like something needs a shot of grease. Possibly the steering shaft binding in a support. Get a helper, pop the hood, see if one of you can locate source while the other turns wheel. A mechanic's stethoscope or a paper towel roll can help pinpoint source. Watch out for moving parts when your working under the hood with engine running. It doesn't sound serious but it's difficult to tell a lot from a cell phone recording. Edit: I still think the problem is related to tire scrub. Something else (binding part?) is amplifying the effect. Most cars, especially those with wider tires, are going to make thumping/clunking/etc noises when you turn the wheels when stopped. Yours does seem a little more pronounced then usual. JARblue likes this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma Last edited by SouthArk370Z; 03-21-2017 at 08:50 AM.

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