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16-11-2012, 04:32 PM | #1 | ||
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Hi all,
I think this might be a common issue in AUs as I saw it mentioned in one of those "what to look out for when buying an AU" threads, but I cant for the life of me find any info on it. The issue is that the steering wheel is able to move up and down, its only about 2-4mm either direction but it means that bumps in the road are transmitted through it. Is the fix as simple as replacing a worn part? Cheers
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16-11-2012, 05:05 PM | #2 | ||
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Does it only happen when the car's in motion? Do you have any play in the steering wheel? (ie: steering wheel turns a fraction but doesnt move the car)
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16-11-2012, 05:58 PM | #3 | ||
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There isn't excessive play, what I would imagine is normal.
The steering wheel can be lifted up and down slightly when the car isn't moving.
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16-11-2012, 06:27 PM | #4 | ||
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It might be just your tilt adjuster is worn
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17-11-2012, 12:03 PM | #5 | ||
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bearing in the high end of the steering column kaput?
Edit: thinking about it, mines got a few k`s on it 200,xxx + k`s and it`s still tight as bell, it occurs to me something that has come loose sounds more likely?be interested to hear what you find. Last edited by mik; 17-11-2012 at 12:08 PM. |
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17-11-2012, 06:34 PM | #6 | ||
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Will have a look at some stage tomorrow, thanks for the tips
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