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Creaky steering wheel. . .

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Fubar1764, Nov 19, 2012.

  1. Fubar1764

    Fubar1764 Member

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    I doubt if this is part of the recall. Anyone have any thoughts on a creaky steering wheel? At any point in the steering, it creaks when turned. The creaking sounds like the flexing and bending of wood a la creaking wooden floors. Thoughts?
     
    #1 Fubar1764, Nov 19, 2012
  2. Britprius

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    The best I can offer is that you return the car to the dealer for the recall and if there is a problem it should be fixed at no charge.
     
    #2 Britprius, Nov 19, 2012
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    Check the connection between the steering column and the rack. Remove the boot where the shaft goes threw the firewall next to the gas pedal.There's a short piece that connects with two bolts on top and two on bottom. My problem was where the splines go into the shaft, broke loose, took it off and had it spot welded. Hope this helps. easy fix
     
    #3 elec1, Nov 19, 2012
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    The steering shaft is part of the latest recall.
     
    #4 Britprius, Nov 20, 2012
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    I have the same problem. Today I took it to the dealership. They could not duplicate the noise. They did lubericate the area. If the problem persists, I am to take it back. Welllllllll....... guess what? It is still making the same noise. So, I gues I will take it back later in the month.:( The noise I hear sounds like a clicking sound.
     
    #5 goddess prii, Nov 20, 2012
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