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Sticky steering problem. Time to sort it! Help and advice.
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Sticky steering problem. Time to sort it! Help and advice.
To be honest I know one of the drill bits I was using is really good and will normally go through anything so I think your right I should stop as the drill wasn't really going any further, plus was half asleep when I started getting involved with it yesterday evening so I will take a fresh look at it later today
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Bah my '06 2.0 62k miles black un has developed this problem. Gonna try greasing the UJs first I guess.
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Sticky steering problem. Time to sort it! Help and advice.
Is there anyone in the North West that could help me with this issue please?
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Just to further elaborate on the issue, does anyone else experience the steering vibrate / twitch from left to right - more prominent on heavy braking, but intermittent?
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I would start with checking the front brakes,you might have a sticking caliper.
When it next happens ,pull over and put your hand on the wheels,if one is hotter than the others this will indicate a sticking caliper.
When it next happens ,pull over and put your hand on the wheels,if one is hotter than the others this will indicate a sticking caliper.
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Thanks I'll try. It's the intermittent element that's throwing me. Particularly when I've read that the sticky steering is prominent when the weather is warm, which is the same circumstance which mine plays up.maxman wrote:I would start with checking the front brakes,you might have a sticking caliper.
When it next happens ,pull over and put your hand on the wheels,if one is hotter than the others this will indicate a sticking caliper.
I'll let you know how I get on, thanks for the reply.
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This definitely sounds more like a tradition suspension/steering/braking issue than anything to do with the electric steering rack.rpc_25 wrote:Just to further elaborate on the issue, does anyone else experience the steering vibrate / twitch from left to right - more prominent on heavy braking, but intermittent?
depending how competent you can either check these things yourself or go to a garage and stick it on a ramp. Its certainly easier on a ramp.
From what you describe I wouldn't be surprised to see it turn out to be the rear bushes on the front arms
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Some images that may help below...
Done this fix but don't use WD40, guys have listed specific grease due to the tight tolerances of the 'worm' gear, I used a silicone based grease.
Mixed results, it's not as bad and is 100% temp related in my case, power steering went this weekend momentary blip and switching ignition fixes it until the next time. The replacement column is redesigned and void of the issue, others replaced the angle sensor after stripping, others did the torque sensor control box (passenger seat?) and someone should be shot for the small recall forced upon BMW before, due to few complaints, was closed....you should check the VIN's listed though for yours. Insufficient battery output can cause a phase voltage fault (stored) but stress/heat on the motor/worm gear can also ping the code. If you want rid completely, replace the column.
Think if you blow cold air through the front/side vents for a few secs there's no issue.
Hope it helps and it's all detailed here.... http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showt ... eering-Fix sorry for breaking rules if forbidden!
Done this fix but don't use WD40, guys have listed specific grease due to the tight tolerances of the 'worm' gear, I used a silicone based grease.
Mixed results, it's not as bad and is 100% temp related in my case, power steering went this weekend momentary blip and switching ignition fixes it until the next time. The replacement column is redesigned and void of the issue, others replaced the angle sensor after stripping, others did the torque sensor control box (passenger seat?) and someone should be shot for the small recall forced upon BMW before, due to few complaints, was closed....you should check the VIN's listed though for yours. Insufficient battery output can cause a phase voltage fault (stored) but stress/heat on the motor/worm gear can also ping the code. If you want rid completely, replace the column.
Think if you blow cold air through the front/side vents for a few secs there's no issue.
Hope it helps and it's all detailed here.... http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showt ... eering-Fix sorry for breaking rules if forbidden!
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Mechanic has checked the sensors, greased the UJs and done the grease nipple modification on mine.
Still no good.
Any other ideas before I trade in?
Thanks
Nick
Still no good.
Any other ideas before I trade in?
Thanks
Nick
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Yes, use the only real solution, re-adjust the adjusting ring between column and eps motor.
read from here
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=81866&p=1209456&hilit=ring#p1209456
The grease nipple was I think thought of by an american. Readjusting the ring by germans.
Time to choose sides which nations mechanical skills you trust more
read from here
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=81866&p=1209456&hilit=ring#p1209456
The grease nipple was I think thought of by an american. Readjusting the ring by germans.
Time to choose sides which nations mechanical skills you trust more
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GuidoK wrote:Yes, use the only real solution, re-adjust the adjusting ring between column and eps motor.
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Thanks GuidoK will try this.
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I rotated the eccentric ring back about 5mm in early June but didn't really get chance to test it as I then went on holiday. On return I went up to The Lakes for the National Meet and found it seemed to be better but still not 100%. On return from the lakes I backed it off a further 5mm and it seems to have cured it - especially as today was probably the hottest day of the year so far. So certainly looks promising
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Today was indeed a good day to check for sticky steering
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Update: 4 months after the 2nd adjustment of the eccentric ring as I mentioned above it looks like the sticky steering is finally cured as I have had no issues at all through the summer. All it cost me was a set of budget Torx spanners as mine was fastened with male Torx bolts not Allen as mentioned in the German web site instructions.
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