Jake2121

Every time that I turn the wheel, especially on a cold start, I can hear the steering wheel make a popping noise it is a little hard to hear and it happens when it is turned about 15-20 degrees and I can feel it in the steering wheel. Does anyone else have this problem? What can I do to fix this? Could it possibly be the steering column or a bearing?

P.S. It is a 1992 Lexus Sc400 4.0L/Stock suspension/Stock steering wheel.

OneJay

iTrader: (14)

Probably steering rack bushings or a bad wheel bearing or ball joint.

jdmstar69

+1 ^^^^had the same problem in my supra. replaced the steering rack bushings and it went away

1JZPWRD

iTrader: (59)

Thats my guess, the rack bushings or ball joints.

Jake2121

Thank you so much guys. This has been very helpful. I will purchase the new steering rack bushing next week. Thanks again!

SC400slide

iTrader: (11)

Than after that, if the bushings don't work, try the ball joints.

SEXC

iTrader: (2)

I recommend getting underneath the car and take a look at the bushings, ball joints, tie rods and so on. There's no reason to spend money where it isn't needed. Good luck