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Steering click....help needed.

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Old Oct 8, 2004 | 10:15 PM
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Steering click....help needed.

I started to notice couple of weeks ago there is a little "click" just when I start to turn the steering wheel (very close to the middle position). I installed camber plates, springs, sway bars about a year ago but this problem started recently. Should I take it to the dealer? I have 33k on my 03 mcs and I have to do it before the warranty runs out. Do you think this is related to my mods?
 
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Old Oct 8, 2004 | 11:09 PM
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I doubt that it is related to your mods. Most likely, it is you steering column bearings that are causing the noise. Repairs vary from dealer to dealer. Some will change the steering column, others will change the bearings while my dealer will lubricate the bearings.
 
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Old Oct 9, 2004 | 11:02 AM
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Very common problem. If your dealer is competent, they should be able to fix it right away. My car started clicking at a very low mileage (<2000 miles as I recall).
 
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