steering column rattling DIY?
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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.
I'm not sure where you're from or what kind of garage had done the work for you but it is probably wise to let them know.
Everything you're dealing with isn't normal and should be addressed.
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#47
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Opposite side of the brake pedal in the engine bay, or thereabouts. The engine assists braking power by using vacuum, the more RPM, the more vacuum. Could be what you are hearing.
I'm not sure where you're from or what kind of garage had done the work for you but it is probably wise to let them know.
Everything you're dealing with isn't normal and should be addressed.
I'm not sure where you're from or what kind of garage had done the work for you but it is probably wise to let them know.
Everything you're dealing with isn't normal and should be addressed.
I'm in Pleasant Grove, UT. I used a little dealership in Orem, UT that sells mainly used Lexus vehicles. The dealership owner is a family friend. The service guy is usually great! All my family has used him for their Lexus vehicles.. but seems he may be off his game lately.. He stripped out 1 wire from the wiring harness that powers my passenger side brake lights (while replacing the tail light). He is also the one who replaced my steering column with a used assembly from a 2013 model, but I still have that exact same noise coming from it on rough surfaces! He "accidentally" broke the brake booster when taking out the steering column assembly, but replaced it with a new one. But I guess it wasn't replaced correctly..
This situation totally sucks. He had the car for a week to fix everything, but now it's worse off than when I dropped it off.. Was going to be driving out to Nebraska to see some family for Thanksgiving, but not so sure that'll be happening anymore.. Not unless he can get everything fixed before next Monday!
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I'm in Pleasant Grove, UT. I used a little dealership in Orem, UT that sells mainly used Lexus vehicles. The dealership owner is a family friend. The service guy is usually great! All my family has used him for their Lexus vehicles.. but seems he may be off his game lately.. He stripped out 1 wire from the wiring harness that powers my passenger side brake lights (while replacing the tail light). He is also the one who replaced my steering column with a used assembly from a 2013 model, but I still have that exact same noise coming from it on rough surfaces! He "accidentally" broke the brake booster when taking out the steering column assembly, but replaced it with a new one. But I guess it wasn't replaced correctly..
This situation totally sucks. He had the car for a week to fix everything, but now it's worse off than when I dropped it off.. Was going to be driving out to Nebraska to see some family for Thanksgiving, but not so sure that'll be happening anymore.. Not unless he can get everything fixed before next Monday!
This situation totally sucks. He had the car for a week to fix everything, but now it's worse off than when I dropped it off.. Was going to be driving out to Nebraska to see some family for Thanksgiving, but not so sure that'll be happening anymore.. Not unless he can get everything fixed before next Monday!
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Your video was great by the way! Makes it seem simple-ish. One question.. Why only use that one piece of the unit, and not the whole thing?
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I used to do exactly that several years ago when I had a garage and tools. I did all my own work on my old 01' Audi A4. But now I don't have the space.
Your video was great by the way! Makes it seem simple-ish. One question.. Why only use that one piece of the unit, and not the whole thing?
Your video was great by the way! Makes it seem simple-ish. One question.. Why only use that one piece of the unit, and not the whole thing?
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Gotcha. I assumed the mechanic replaced the whole assembly. I'll have to find out. I'm heading back tomorrow for him to fix all this crap.. since the noise is still present, do you have any idea what would be causing it now (since the whole column was replaced)? It's crazy to me that even after replacement, it's still making the same noise.. The new column came from a 2013 model year.
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Gotcha. I assumed the mechanic replaced the whole assembly. I'll have to find out. I'm heading back tomorrow for him to fix all this crap.. since the noise is still present, do you have any idea what would be causing it now (since the whole column was replaced)? It's crazy to me that even after replacement, it's still making the same noise.. The new column came from a 2013 model year.
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I took it back to the mechanic who performed the work. He's thinking it could possibly be the sway bar end links that is causing the last bit of noise I'm hearing.. Does anyone have any kind of input on that?
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Hi, after doing such research, I think all the steering column assembly sold on EBay for 2013-2015 rx350, have a part number 45250-0e021, although they should be numbered 45250-0e081 according to Lexus technical survive bulletin. I think this is pretty weird.
But, since 45250-0e021 is used for 2013-2015 rx, I assume it is the same as 45250-0e081.
But, since 45250-0e021 is used for 2013-2015 rx, I assume it is the same as 45250-0e081.
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Hi, after doing such research, I think all the steering column assembly sold on EBay for 2013-2015 rx350, have a part number 45250-0e021, although they should be numbered 45250-0e081 according to Lexus technical survive bulletin. I think this is pretty weird.
But, since 45250-0e021 is used for 2013-2015 rx, I assume it is the same as 45250-0e081.
But, since 45250-0e021 is used for 2013-2015 rx, I assume it is the same as 45250-0e081.