Common questions

What does it mean when your steering wheel rattles?

What does it mean when your steering wheel rattles?

It sounds like a small BB rattling around in the steering wheel. It’s some piece in the steering column they’re goign to replace that “should” fix the problem.

What can I do about rattling steering column?

Hey everyone, do you ever here a rattling or clanking noise coming from the steering column and it just bugs the crap out you, well look nor further because I fixed this problem in my truck today and all you need it is a 2 inch muffler clamp or hose clamp.

How to fix rattle noise in BMW E36?

DIY: BMW e36 fixing the steering column rattle noise by replacing the upper bearing. ALWAYS disconnect your BATTERY and wait at least 15 min before start working on your car. In this video I already removed the 2 bolts in the back of the steering wheel to pull out the air bag. And removed the steering wheel by removing the 16mm bolt.

Why does my Hyundai i20 make a rattling noise?

If you i20 is having a rattling noise (sounds like kat kat kat) coming from the steering column while going over rough roads (only), have it checked at the nearest Hyundai A.S.S. They will first try to insert a bush to eliminate the noise. If the sound still persists, they may have to change the steering rack/column under warranty.

Why does my steering column make a rattling noise?

So if you go under the dash, you will see where the steering column connects to there steering shaft there is a bearing right above it. This bearing has some play in it which causes the rattling noise on rough roads and bumps.

What to do about rattling column on GMC Truck?

If you have the updated green bearing, put a muffler clamp right above it and tighten. These two solutions get rid of the play in the column bearing and make everything nice and tight so there will be no more rattling. Its a cheap easy fix to make your truck much quieter since there will be no more rattling in the column.

Why does my Rubicon hard rock rattle when driving?

My 2016 Rubicon Hard Rock (9,000 miles) has started something simiiar after driving on a really bumpy road. Sounds like some kind of “Rattle” coming from the bottom of the steering column by the bottom of the instrument cluster. Only happens when going over a really bumpy road or rough bumps. On smooth roads/highways it’s silent!

Author Image
Ruth Doyle