Clicking noise when turning wheel (indicator stalk) gll
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Clicking noise when turning wheel (indicator stalk) gll
So my w211 has developed this constant clicking noise when you turn the steering wheel which sounds like its coming from the indicator stalk. I can also are the stalk move a little when turning./
So I'm guessing this is the problem and it's going to be a costly fix. Does anybody have a fix for it? Or had the same issues. Cheers
So I'm guessing this is the problem and it's going to be a costly fix. Does anybody have a fix for it? Or had the same issues. Cheers
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This noise is characteristic of any Mercedes vehicle...I have it on my E, S, and GL. Whenever I get a C, GLK, or M loaner, they all have that noise too. I'm assuming you're referring to the really loud click that happens whenever the turn signal is on and then you turn the wheel.
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This noise is characteristic of any Mercedes vehicle...I have it on my E, S, and GL. Whenever I get a C, GLK, or M loaner, they all have that noise too. I'm assuming you're referring to the really loud click that happens whenever the turn signal is on and then you turn the wheel.
Sound shocking
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I've purchased a new indicator stalk so i'm hoping this will fix the issue.
To install (i've read) you need to remove the airbag, steering wheel, and then the column cover unscrews.
Seems fairly straight forward to replace.
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My turn signal stalk is starting to make a click noise instantly after I press it down or up to signal. Best way to describe it is when normally pressing it, it a soft blunt feel, now it feels like I am grinding some plastic gears when pressed.
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When i opened it up,
It turned out to have a cracked ring that sits around the column, so i had to replace that part and now its working fine
I'd open up and check before you commit to buying either the stalk or the ring.
It turned out to have a cracked ring that sits around the column, so i had to replace that part and now its working fine
I'd open up and check before you commit to buying either the stalk or the ring.
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Once the steering wheels removed, you will see 3 torx screws that you remove, then you simply pull the top cover straight off and it will expose this indicator ring, which will most likely have a snapped off corner ( which could be re-glued for a temp fix id assume.
Nice S550 BTW, i just purchased a 2011 S350 and it's fantastic, i should have chosen the S500 though, need that little extra grunt!!
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