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Old 24-02-2005   #1
 
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Strange noise

I've got a strange creaking/groaning noise coming from the steering when i go from lock to lock when parking, Anyone had something similar? It's a 52 plate Abarth (25000 miles), Gonna phone the dealer today but i'd rather get some useful info from you guys first!!
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Re: Strange noise

Hi Geoff , had a similar problem with my 52 plate Abarth (35000) miles last week , Dealer had a look on friday , identified a problem within the steering rack , told me it needed replacing so they ordered the part friday, fitted monday had it back on tuesday.
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Re: Strange noise

Thanks Seany, Was the column covered under warranty? As it can't be wear and tear with so few miles.
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Re: Strange noise

I would imagine under warranty, if not small claims court!!?
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Re: Strange noise

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Thanks Seany, Was the column covered under warranty? As it can't be wear and tear with so few miles.
I had my steering column replaced under warranty at 12,000miles - it was worn due to the fact the UJ was loose!
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Re: Strange noise

Mine is doing the same, a groaning sound only when parking. Will get it checked out!
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All covered by warranty, geoff.
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Re: Strange noise

I just had both the steering rack and the universal joint replaced.
Both under warranty. The rack alone didn't completely resolve the problem.
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