steering column rattling DIY?
10-26-19, 02:09 PM
#31
Hey Vlad, have you finished posting the DIY steering column replacement video ? Like what I replied to 10RXAWD, my local mechanics told me the steering shaft is the culprit and my noise sounds exactly like his car's. But this doesn't mean you're wrong, since there are many successful cases on this. Do you have videos when you're driving with the noise ? The constant noise on rough roads when driving may be easier to identify. Maybe I should take it to another trustworthy mechanics to do the inspection before buying a new steering column assembly.
10-26-19, 02:30 PM
#32
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Yeah I agree with you. But why the dealer is going to replace the steering shaft, since 10RXAWD's video showed exactly the same noise with us ?
10-26-19, 02:31 PM
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10-26-19, 02:43 PM
#34
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I think your car's noise is the same with mine and Vlad's car. I went to lexus dealer and they told me the steering column assembly needs replacement. But my local mechanics told me the culprit is my car's steering shaft... I'm totally confused now.
But there are many threads about steering wheel column noise on internet and there are many cases that people's noise goes away after replacing the steering column. Can you talk to you dealer about my confusion ?
If we just need to replace steering shaft, it will be far cheaper than the steering column replacement.
But there are many threads about steering wheel column noise on internet and there are many cases that people's noise goes away after replacing the steering column. Can you talk to you dealer about my confusion ?
If we just need to replace steering shaft, it will be far cheaper than the steering column replacement.
The dealer wanted to only replace the steering column shaft plus the 2 front drive axle assemblies. However, after arguing about the price and how I didn't want to pursue litigation but instead work it out with them. The next day they withdrew the offer of paying for half because of me using the word litigation! Super pissed! Back to square one!! So pissed!
Taking it to a family friend that works for a used Lexus dealer. Dropping off on Monday night, so should know for sure what is wrong by Tuesday. He did mention that he could replace with a used steering column assembly from a couple of model years newer. I'm not opposed to that, but we will see what he finds. Very disappointed with the Lexus dealership I bought it from and the fact they'd back out of the offer they gave to me just one day prior.
Last edited by 10RXAWD; 10-26-19 at 02:58 PM.
10-28-19, 02:40 PM
#36
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10-28-19, 03:56 PM
#37
Yes sir,nothing difficult as you can see from video and tools are super simple.If you will have any question just feel free to ask and good luck!)
11-09-19, 12:29 PM
#38
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Sir, I got stuck at the first step. I tried really hard to remove the bolts that holds the airbag, but it just doesn’t move... Did you have a hard time removing it?
11-15-19, 01:24 PM
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I've purchased a replacement rack from a 2013 RX, I will be attempting this fix promptly. Looks easy enough.
11-15-19, 01:25 PM
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11-15-19, 01:34 PM
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11-15-19, 07:01 PM
#43
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Update
The dealer wanted to only replace the steering column shaft plus the 2 front drive axle assemblies. However, after arguing about the price and how I didn't want to pursue litigation but instead work it out with them. The next day they withdrew the offer of paying for half because of me using the word litigation! Super pissed! Back to square one!! So pissed!
Taking it to a family friend that works for a used Lexus dealer. Dropping off on Monday night, so should know for sure what is wrong by Tuesday. He did mention that he could replace with a used steering column assembly from a couple of model years newer. I'm not opposed to that, but we will see what he finds. Very disappointed with the Lexus dealership I bought it from and the fact they'd back out of the offer they gave to me just one day prior.
Taking it to a family friend that works for a used Lexus dealer. Dropping off on Monday night, so should know for sure what is wrong by Tuesday. He did mention that he could replace with a used steering column assembly from a couple of model years newer. I'm not opposed to that, but we will see what he finds. Very disappointed with the Lexus dealership I bought it from and the fact they'd back out of the offer they gave to me just one day prior.
11-16-19, 06:18 AM
#44
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Hissing noise sounds like the brake booster or its connections leaking.
11-16-19, 07:57 AM
#45
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Where is that located? I'd like to have a look so I can try and locate anything wrong.. sounds like alot of airflow, but it gets louder as the RPMs increase. If I let off the gas, it stops (unless it downshifts and the RPMs jump, then it's back). It is definitely related to engine speed.
Last edited by 10RXAWD; 11-16-19 at 11:06 AM.