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SL/R107: 85 380SL makes loud popping sound

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Old 06-08-2011, 03:48 PM
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85 380SL makes loud popping sound

There is a loud popping noise close to my steering wheel on my 380sl whenever I go over a bump and when making a sharp turn. I replaced the shocks, since they needed replacing anyway but that didn't help. Any ideas?
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Sounds like worn out steering coupler. If so you'll also have substantial steering wheel play?
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1983 380SL
I had the same problem....it was a combition of the steering coupler, steering gear adjustment and a host of other issues in the suspension, I am waiting to get it back from the shop.....RS

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