andyrag Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 I recently had to drive on some very corrugated roads and have since noticed a knocking sound from the steering wheel - this occurs only at low speeds (<20km/h) and particularly when on unpaved roads, when the 'knock' can be felt (some resistance in the steering wheel) Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 check the upper & lower column UJ's sounds like 1 is fialing & the other is to tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogMonster Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 The other thing to check is that the clamps that hold the UJs on to the steering shafts are tight, I had this and it took me friggin ages to find it, eventually found one of the clamp bolts loose which wouldn't have been fun if it had come right out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyrag Posted September 6, 2008 Author Share Posted September 6, 2008 All seems nice and tight to me on both ends of the steering shaft... could it be something nearer the steering wheel itself? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landmannnn Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 Sometimes the ujs dry up, try spraying with wd40 to see if it makes a difference, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Espen HT Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 I recently had to drive on some very corrugated roads and have since noticed a knocking sound from the steering wheel - this occurs only at low speeds (<20km/h) and particularly when on unpaved roads, when the 'knock' can be felt (some resistance in the steering wheel)Any ideas? Hi, I have the same problem, but at all speeds. I checked the CV joints and it looks ok. Can it be the upper steering column thats making this problem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogMonster Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Yes it can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave W Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Check the front radius arm chassis bushes, get someone to shake the steering wheel from side to side while you have a good look at all the steering joints and bushes to see if anything's moving. Check the drop arm is tight on the bottom of the steering box !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eightpot Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Had a similar sympton myself which turned out to be slightly worn bolts in the panhard rod - makes a clunk sound when turning. Only a small amount of wear but makes quite a loud knock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 check the front damper to axle bushes too. if these are worn the damper lower pin can tap the axle case as both move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Espen HT Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 Hi,I have the same problem, but at all speeds. I checked the CV joints and it looks ok. Can it be the upper steering column thats making this problem? I checked the UJ's again, and it was not ok. Can I change only this items or do I need to change it as a hole "COLLAPSABLE STEERING SHAFT DEF " (Part: QLG100000). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 you can replace the column UJ's on their own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinspragg Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I have a similar small knock at low speed full lock to full lock turns. I narrowed it down to the UJs and have replacements. It looks pretty simple to put the replacements in but any advice would always be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 remove the bolts & nuts, slide the joint up to disengage the shaft then slide the other way to get UJ off the shaft, fitting new UJ is the reverse process. align the bolt holes in UJ with the groove in each end of the shafts & make sure the nuts are done up tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Henson Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 The bottom steering U/J is a seperate item, but the top is part of the shaft assembly - depending on which shaft you have of course. Les. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 UJ's & part numbers cos I know you'll be asking for them later Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantd5 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Wish I could arrange for an inaugural ceromony throning Ralph as king-o-part-numbers and Les Technical commentator- When they pop up, it is end of case!!! Errm but with all respect there are numerous GURUS here..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 if I've got the info here, it'll be posted as soon as I'm able to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinspragg Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Thanks Western, I already have new UJ's. It's a job I will need to get around to some day soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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