Creaking sound from steering

sorin1987 · 09-19-2023, 11:07 AM

Hi, I was wondering if anyone experienced this type of steering creak. It is like a moan when I turn the wheel and seems to come from behind the wheel. Is it the steering column? Please check this video:

https://youtube.com/shorts/usghOVWJi...Pv-PhYqwPx8m8D

Thanks

Phil325i · 09-19-2023, 11:21 AM

I've got something similar but not as loud. It started when my indy recently dropped the sub-frame to fit a new sump gasket. Think that might also involve disconnecting the stringer column from the rack. He will investigate next week, Will let you know the outcome...

sorin1987 · 09-21-2023, 03:53 AM

Yes please let me know what the reason was for your issue. It's time for my annual service next month so I will tell them to investigate then anyway but still curious.

Beemermike · 10-06-2023, 09:35 AM

I can’t see your video any longer, but maybe my post I’ve written in the past will be of relevance here:

https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2010959

Problem was down to worn engine mounts, my steering rack was making contact with the chassis which caused the noise and extra vibration felt through the steering rack.

sorin1987 · 10-10-2023, 09:00 AM

Thank you for the reply, but my issue doesn't sound anything like yours. It's just a moan that comes from the steering rack I guess every single time I turn the wheel left or right, doesn't matter if the car is stationary or moving, no matter what speed. I don't know why youtube keeps deleting my video.
Anyway, I will take the care for the anual service next month and will ask them to check this issue for me and update the thread, maybe someone will find it useful.

09-19-2023, 11:07 AM	#1
sorin1987 Private First Class 43 Rep 112 Posts Drives: BMW 520i G31 MSport Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Creaking sound from steering Hi, I was wondering if anyone experienced this type of steering creak. It is like a moan when I turn the wheel and seems to come from behind the wheel. Is it the steering column? Please check this video: https://youtube.com/shorts/usghOVWJi...Pv-PhYqwPx8m8D Thanks
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09-19-2023, 11:21 AM	#2
Phil325i Brigadier General 639 Rep 3,213 Posts Drives: E92 325i MSport Coupe Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK South East iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW 325i Coupe [6.00]	I've got something similar but not as loud. It started when my indy recently dropped the sub-frame to fit a new sump gasket. Think that might also involve disconnecting the stringer column from the rack. He will investigate next week, Will let you know the outcome... __________________ E92 pre-LCI 325i - Ohlins R&T; H&R spacers; M3 strut brace; Swift thrust sheets; 3 x chassis braces; diff brace; N53 V-brace; 034 subframe inserts; BMS clutch stop; BMS CDV; RE g/box mounts; Delrin shift bushes; Saikoumichi OCC; Cyba scoops; BMW Perf Exhaust; HEL s/steel brake hoses; M3 rear spoiler; Recaro Sportster CSs; M3 white dash LEDs; LED Angels; LED side repeaters; BMW Perf black grille; CSL reps; SSDD carbon diffuser; Monster Wrap black roof/clear front
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09-21-2023, 03:53 AM	#3
sorin1987 Private First Class 43 Rep 112 Posts Drives: BMW 520i G31 MSport Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Yes please let me know what the reason was for your issue. It's time for my annual service next month so I will tell them to investigate then anyway but still curious.
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10-06-2023, 09:35 AM	#4
Beemermike New Member 36 Rep 20 Posts Drives: E92 325i SE N53 Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: West Midlands iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 F11 535i M Sport [0.00] 2008 E92 325i SE [0.00]	I can’t see your video any longer, but maybe my post I’ve written in the past will be of relevance here: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2010959 Problem was down to worn engine mounts, my steering rack was making contact with the chassis which caused the noise and extra vibration felt through the steering rack.
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10-10-2023, 09:00 AM	#5
sorin1987 Private First Class 43 Rep 112 Posts Drives: BMW 520i G31 MSport Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thank you for the reply, but my issue doesn't sound anything like yours. It's just a moan that comes from the steering rack I guess every single time I turn the wheel left or right, doesn't matter if the car is stationary or moving, no matter what speed. I don't know why youtube keeps deleting my video. Anyway, I will take the care for the anual service next month and will ask them to check this issue for me and update the thread, maybe someone will find it useful.
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