Clicking noise when steering - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

cptdar.se07 · 02-12-2008, 03:13 AM

Lately ive been hearing this clicking noise when I steer at low speed or when im stopped. I installed TRD springs back in July but there was no problem until now. I started noticing this problem once I got my alignment done about 1 month ago. Anybody have any idea what might be the clicking noise? I hear it in the front...possibly left side by the wheel.

Camry5genrocks · 02-12-2008, 07:24 AM

It could be the steering intermediate shaft. Take it to the dealership to get a proper diagnosis of the problem.

***RningOnFumes*** · 02-12-2008, 07:42 AM

Even though it's a fairly new car, have you ruled out a torn cv boot, thus a bad axel since it's clicking now?

cptdar.se07 · 02-12-2008, 12:28 PM

I dont think its torn because it drives perfectly if I'm going over 10 mph...but if i take it to the dealer wouldn't they blame it on the TRD springs?

Tobeit · 02-12-2008, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by cptdar.se07

I dont think its torn because it drives perfectly if I'm going over 10 mph...but if i take it to the dealer wouldn't they blame it on the TRD springs?

No, TRD is a Toyota approved part and does not void warranty or has any negative effect they can blame. I even had them installed at the dealer. Let a professional take a look and insist on the test drive to demonstrate the issue you are experiencing.

cptdar.se07 · 02-17-2008, 02:53 PM

I took my car in for an oil change and asked them if they could take a look at the noise...turns out to be that the Steer shaft is messed up. They have to replace it. They ordered the part so I should be taking it in next week to have it replaced.

akira751 · 02-17-2008, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by cptdar.se07

I took my car in for an oil change and asked them if they could take a look at the noise...turns out to be that the Steer shaft is messed up. They have to replace it. They ordered the part so I should be taking it in next week to have it replaced.

I have the same noise. So I will have my guys double check and then order the parts.

cptdar.se07 · 02-28-2008, 02:54 AM

I took my car in last friday and got my steer shaft replaced but the noise is still there. U can hear it low most of the time but sometimes it gets really loud and it scares me. I was able to record it tonight when it was going crazy as I was steering. Check it out. Put speakers on loud. Pay attention to the pounding sound it makes when I steer. Any suggestions?

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cptdar.se07 · 02-28-2008, 08:20 PM

Anybody???

speed5 · 02-29-2008, 11:56 AM

is noise coming from the top of the strut? and it sound like from the spring.

njerald · 02-29-2008, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by cptdar.se07

Anybody???

Yes, it's your Mods.

jay.diem · 02-29-2008, 07:44 PM

This happens to me too.... i just turn the music louder

cptdar.se07 · 02-29-2008, 08:38 PM

It could really be my springs? But why do I only hear it when I steer? i push my car up and down myself hard and i hear nothing. And I had my springs on for 5 months with no problems

speed5 · 03-01-2008, 06:34 AM

O.K look like we have the same problem but I got it fixed.Before I tell u which part to replace,is the sound come just by turning the wheel without moving the car i.e getting into parking space or making a 3 point turn.

geoff5093 · 03-01-2008, 08:13 AM

I have the SAME exact problem! I also have TRD springs installed and it started a few months ago with that sound. I only notice it when I am either stopped or moving slowly. I have not bought it to the dealer yet, but if you do then please keep us posted!