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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 03:13 PM
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steering problem?

Today my steering started to make a light rubbing noise which sounded like it was coming from the column. I checked the fluid and level was fine. Its not that bad, yet. It only happens when I turn the 3/4 the way around either way. Any suggestion on what this is will be much appreciated.
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 04:14 PM
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mine does that too, only once in a while though, i would like to know what it is as well, hope we get an answer!!
 
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 06:00 PM
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So does mine. Sounds like it is coming from the point where the shaft runs through the turn signal/shift lever/ignition assembly. Not sure if a dry lube can be safely shot in there or not.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2004 | 08:51 AM
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Mine is doing it everytime I turn. Seems to be getting worse. It does it more when driving below 15-20mphs. Next week ill be driving my truck to long island from Boston, I cannot have something go wrong in the middle of nowhere. Should I replace the pump? Its a fairly cheap part and doesnt look hard to replace.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2004 | 10:17 AM
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I've seen the seal make noise at the base of the column and also the clockspring inside the steering wheel make noise.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 01:22 PM
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Same thing here. I have 85k on a 2000 250, about 2000 miles ago I noticed what sounded like a light rubbing noise during low speed turns. Now it has become a head turning noise on low speeds and a low noise on higher speed turns. I'm new to the forum and came here looking for answers. Thanks
 
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