steering groan

neil · Post by **neil** » 20 Sep 2003, 14:33

At low revs, and on quick turns (ie quick turns of the steering wheel), I am getting a groaning sound from the rack on my 96 1.9td eatate. It seems to be under the passenger footwell. Steering seems unaffected, performancewise. On another matter, thanks to all who have been discussing rear suspension adjustment a few weeks back. Got my magic carpet back after changing height corrector and adjusting settings. Smooooooooth.

CITMAN · Post by **CITMAN** » 20 Sep 2003, 15:27

My zx 1.4 also makes a groaning noise on quick turns in car parks for example. And wondering what causes it aswell.

jeremy · Post by **jeremy** » 20 Sep 2003, 16:31

Possibly a ball joint thats dried out but I think its more likely to be the rack itself, the support bearing itself having worn.
As both racks (Xantia and ZX have external rams it may be possible to get some grease into the end of the rack and lubricate the support bushes. Try peeling the gaiter off, turn the car to right lock to extend the rack on the left side of the car and have a good look. If its dry, grease it and put the boot back on.
Jeremy