mleskovar

'01 C320 - when moving the turn signal stalk up or down, there is more than normal resistance and a rubbing noise. Can the mechanism be lubed or adjusted without removing the steering wheel? If so, how? I drove a loaner C240 and noticed right away how smooth and quiet it was compared to mine. It's amazing how often you use the turn signal in town, especially the "3 blink" feature.

MB-BOB

Same situation for me after 6 years. I'd like to lube the stalk also. Any helps appreciated.

mleskovar

When I took my car in (under warranty) for the problem several years ago the SA went and brought back a mechanic with a can of spray lube. He put the tube in the steering column near the base of the stalk and gave it a squirt. Didn't help any. They replaced the stalk/mechanism. I started noticing a couple months ago that it's getting harder to push again. An easier fix than replacing it would certainly be appreciated.

Air Marshall Eldritch

I cannot believe nobody jumped on this.

slammer111

Strangely enough, my turning stalk had the exact opposite problem. Was so loose it stopped holding the blinking positions, especially when turning to the right. Had to hold it by hand.

Had it swapped under warranty.

MB-BOB

Thanks for the back-handed bump. Here's a real one...

hanknum

So...does anyone have any advice on this? My wife's C320 wagon has this exact problem.

LILBENZ230

Thanks for using the search function.

My turn signal stalk is pretty sticky "clunky" too..

slammer111

Guys, check the front part of where your stalk meets the steering wheel column. There's a loose piece that slides into place. If that's loose, it may be causing the rubbing noise.

My cruise control was scraping too and that was my own DIY fix.

hanknum

Nope not that part. It appears to be at the point where the stalk hinges.

phoenix_iii

Bump for science.

Emin

Tried WD-40?

Dingleberry

mine has extra resistance too. makes a creaky noise when used

hanknum

Yep, can't get to the joint.

Emin

Even with the straw thing?

Dingleberry

wouldnt you want to use white lithium grease instead of wd40?

FrankW

if you are going to clean it please take the steering wheel off first and take the column apart.

spraying wd-40 or any degreaser or grease into where there's live wire is

hanknum

Do you know how to take the column apart? Does it require removal of the S. wheel?

phoenix_iii

I wouldn't go blasting WD40 and White Lithium Grease into an area I am not familiar with how it works and how it should be lubricated....

FrankW

removing steering wheel should be in the DIY section.

there's two screws one on each side on the back which removes the airbag cover. one bolt for the steering wheel. and then go from there.