Momentary steering groan in a.m. on first turn...
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Momentary steering groan in a.m. on first turn...
Anyone else have a C63 with a power steering groan first thing in the morning? My 2009 makes this high pitched, hydraulic moan upon turning the wheel to the right for the first time each day. Happens about 7-8 times a month.
I know I posted this a month ago but I don't recall if I got any substantive answers and I don't want to have to find the old post and bump it.
I know I posted this a month ago but I don't recall if I got any substantive answers and I don't want to have to find the old post and bump it.
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Oh I didn't know. I thought I read something about all Cs in 2008 and up. Anyway, sound like there is either a leak, air leak, or the hydraulic needs to be replaced. I am sure you know that hydraulics are finikey and they need the ideal closed system with everything kosher to work properly. You need to get it check for a leak or failure alltogether.
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Oh I didn't know. I thought I read something about all Cs in 2008 and up. Anyway, sound like there is either a leak, air leak, or the hydraulic needs to be replaced. I am sure you know that hydraulics are finikey and they need the ideal closed system with everything kosher to work properly. You need to get it check for a leak or failure alltogether.
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Mines doing the exact same thing.. except its not sporadic, rather every time I get in the car after its been sitting for a while (couple of hours), and I am at a dead stop (ie, pulling out of a parking spot). once I am moving, or the cars been running for abit, I do not notice it anymore. 2009 model as well
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I get this too every now and then. I think it might be related to the weather because I've never had this until now that it's getting a little colder. It's not every day, though.
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Mines doing the exact same thing.. except its not sporadic, rather every time I get in the car after its been sitting for a while (couple of hours), and I am at a dead stop (ie, pulling out of a parking spot). once I am moving, or the cars been running for abit, I do not notice it anymore. 2009 model as well
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I would recommend getting the car into a MB dealer as soon as possible. That sounds like a PS pump issue. Since the W204 chassis is going to be recalled I would definately have it take in. Although the vehicle may not fall under the recall guidelines, I would still bring it to thier attention.
Years ago Land Rover had an issue with the front input shaft coming apart on the front axle. This was due to an improperly designed input yoke on the front differential. We saw some cars with this problem that were not covered per the recall guidelines. The cost of the repair was still covered by the manufacturer in order to satisfy the customer. If I was you, I would definately raise a stink about it. After the Toyota recall, the customer's concerns are more apt to being addressed than before.
Years ago Land Rover had an issue with the front input shaft coming apart on the front axle. This was due to an improperly designed input yoke on the front differential. We saw some cars with this problem that were not covered per the recall guidelines. The cost of the repair was still covered by the manufacturer in order to satisfy the customer. If I was you, I would definately raise a stink about it. After the Toyota recall, the customer's concerns are more apt to being addressed than before.
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I would recommend getting the car into a MB dealer as soon as possible. That sounds like a PS pump issue. Since the W204 chassis is going to be recalled I would definately have it take in. Although the vehicle may not fall under the recall guidelines, I would still bring it to thier attention.
Years ago Land Rover had an issue with the front input shaft coming apart on the front axle. This was due to an improperly designed input yoke on the front differential. We saw some cars with this problem that were not covered per the recall guidelines. The cost of the repair was still covered by the manufacturer in order to satisfy the customer. If I was you, I would definately raise a stink about it. After the Toyota recall, the customer's concerns are more apt to being addressed than before.
Years ago Land Rover had an issue with the front input shaft coming apart on the front axle. This was due to an improperly designed input yoke on the front differential. We saw some cars with this problem that were not covered per the recall guidelines. The cost of the repair was still covered by the manufacturer in order to satisfy the customer. If I was you, I would definately raise a stink about it. After the Toyota recall, the customer's concerns are more apt to being addressed than before.
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And yes, my car has this issue, and I have asked the dealer about my steering and they told me everything is fine. So, I assume my car is still up to snuff as far as steering safety goes.
I also notice that my steering is at its smoothest when my tires are inflated to proper psi.
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This is exactly my experience with warranty repair. Very frustrating.
And yes, my car has this issue, and I have asked the dealer about my steering and they told me everything is fine. So, I assume my car is still up to snuff as far as steering safety goes.
I also notice that my steering is at its smoothest when my tires are inflated to proper psi.
And yes, my car has this issue, and I have asked the dealer about my steering and they told me everything is fine. So, I assume my car is still up to snuff as far as steering safety goes.
I also notice that my steering is at its smoothest when my tires are inflated to proper psi.
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Everything is always fine, until it isn't. I find it funny that they can tell you it's no big deal while at the same time they can't tell you what it is. How is that? I have no idea what is causing your problem, but I can assure you it's nothing that could be a safety issue.
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same issue here but my car does this only when turning left and under 40F
im on my 3rd p/c pump and this started to happen once the 3rd one got installed.
im on my 3rd p/c pump and this started to happen once the 3rd one got installed.
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In all seriousness, I just had this problem with my C32. Turned out to be a failing P/S pump and tank - both needed to be replaced. Good as new, now.
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If it did it once it'll do it again. Just often enough for you to shake your head and laugh. Part of the deal. If all we wanted was to just put the key in and go, we'd all be driving a Camry.
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This happened to me on my 2010, Ended up being the high pressure power steering hose. They replaced everything to do with my steering including my entire rack before figuring out the problem.
