E-Class (W210) 1995-2002: E 200, E 220D, E 240, E 290TD, E 300TD, E 200, E 240, E 280, E 320, E 420, E 430 (Wagon, Touring, 4Matic)

Steering column problem...

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Apr 2, 2003 | 08:29 AM
  #1  
Darrinmy's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Steering column problem... HELP...

When the weather is warm outside and the sun is shining the casing around the steering column gets loose. When I use the turn signal the hole casing moves. Everything still works OK but it's very annoying. Has anyone ran into this problem or have ideas how to correct.

Thanks

Darrin

Last edited by Darrinmy; Apr 3, 2003 at 10:33 AM.
Reply
Old Apr 2, 2003 | 12:20 PM
  #2  
E420SportGT's Avatar
Super Member
 
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 508
Likes: 0
From: Bay Area, CA
'97 MB E420 Sport/'88 MR2
I had that happen to me once too! I was like WTF!!??
Then the next day it went back to normal...
If anyone knows how to correct that, please do tell.
Reply
Old Apr 2, 2003 | 03:20 PM
  #3  
Darrinmy's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
I think it odd that when it's cold out the steering column doesn't move, but it must expand when it's hot. Causing the movement in the column. Just my guess..

Help ... Anyone???
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2003 | 03:43 PM
  #4  
Darrinmy's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
I take it from the lack of response, no one has dealt with this problem before. I guess I'll have to take it in to the dealer...
Reply
Old Apr 4, 2003 | 08:55 PM
  #5  
mbtech208's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,332
Likes: 1
From: Bloomington, IN
1997 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
There are three screws holding the combination switch onto the steering shaft, they tend to work themselves loose. You just have to remove the steering wheel and retighten the screws. No biggie.
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 01:36 AM.

story-0
10 Coolest Mercedes-Benz Wagons of All Time

Slideshow: These estates prove you don't need extra ride height to have performance, style, and everyday usability.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-23 14:16:58


VIEW MORE
story-1
New Mercedes-AMG SUVs Arrive With NEW V8 Engine: 12 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes-AMG's updated GLE 63 S and GLS 63 bring a new-generation V8, subtle design revisions, and familiar supercar-rivaling performance figures.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-17 12:52:51


VIEW MORE
story-2
8 Oddball Mercedes Ideas That Actually Made it to Production

Slideshow: Mercedes has never been afraid to experiment, and some of its strangest ideas turned out to be surprisingly successful.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-10 17:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-3
Dubai Tuner Gives the Mercedes G-Class An Entirely New Look

Sideshow: A Middle Eastern tuner has transformed the Mercedes-AMG G 63 into an open-top special, replacing nearly every exterior panel in the process.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-10 15:29:50


VIEW MORE
story-4
Six Gift Ideas Your AMG Loving Dad or Grad Will Cherish

Slideshow: Six gift ideas your AMG loving dad or grad will cherish.

By | 2026-06-03 17:26:18


VIEW MORE
story-5
7 Craziest Things AMG Gas Ever Built

Slideshow: Sometimes AMG builds fast sedans. Other times, it builds twin-turbo V12 land missiles and six-wheeled off-road monsters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 17:59:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes-AMG's new electric GT 4-Door Coupe trades combustion for software, synthetic noise, and more than 1,100 horsepower.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 20:08:15


VIEW MORE
story-7
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-8
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-9
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE