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I have a slight rubbing noise inside the steering column when I turn the wheel. 2 plastic surfaces are rubbing, not sure if its rubbing against wires or not. Anyone else had the issue?
 
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Old 07-17-2018, 11:21 PM
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My 17 250 had exactly what you described, didn’t really notice it unless I was making slow speed turns like a U-turn where I was turn a lot quickly. My 18 350 does not.
 
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My 18 F250 almost feels like the steering wheel slightly vibrates (as from power steering, or even rubbing against something) when turning left only. It's very slight but I've always noticed it. I'll have to turn the AC down and listen if there is any noise that goes along with it.
 
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Mine too. I can’t recall the specifics, but I believe it has something to do with Ford’s engineering. Someone correct me if I’m wrong, but at low speed, if I recall, the turning radius is sharper than when you’re at a greater speed (not sure what speed that is?).

I found this article to support my recollection: Ford Super Duty Trucks Adaptive Steering 2017 | TSC Ford Specialist

 
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Originally Posted by AK-AlumADuty
Mine too. I can’t recall the specifics, but I believe it has something to do with Ford’s engineering. Someone correct me if I’m wrong, but at low speed, if I recall, the turning radius is sharper than when you’re at a greater speed (not sure what speed that is?).

I found this article to support my recollection: Ford Super Duty Trucks Adaptive Steering 2017 | TSC Ford Specialist

Well I am pretty sure I don't have that option, and after reading on it I am glad I don't. It seems like an expensive way to re-invent the wheel, pardon the pun.
 
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I'm glad I came across this thread. I have that rubbing feeling at low speeds when turning left only also. Doesn't do it every time though. Doesn't seem like a big deal.
 
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The audible noise I hear when turning is like a clicking sound, almost as if the wheel was indexed. It works fine, but I never noticed this in my 2011 F350, so the verdict is still out on what it really is.
 
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“Ford adaptive steering system is contained within the truck’s steering wheel and uses an electric motor, gear unit and a small computer to function. When the vehicle is moving slower, the system will increase the angle of the front wheels, which means that the driver will have to turn the wheel less to steer more. When traveling at higher speeds, the ratio is adjusted once again by giving the truck more relaxed responsiveness.”

Maybe I do have this? I’ll have to check it out some more...
 
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Originally Posted by AK-AlumADuty
“Ford adaptive steering system is contained within the truck’s steering wheel and uses an electric motor, gear unit and a small computer to function. When the vehicle is moving slower, the system will increase the angle of the front wheels, which means that the driver will have to turn the wheel less to steer more. When traveling at higher speeds, the ratio is adjusted once again by giving the truck more relaxed responsiveness.”

Maybe I do have this? I’ll have to check it out some more...
It'll be on your window sticker. It's completely automatic, and you wouldn't know you have it unless you drive a different vehicle without it (or vice versa).
 
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I have adaptive steering and also have the same issue - a rubbing noise at slow speeds when the adaptive motor is working.

It was just diagnosed as a bad motor assembly. New motor is on order so we will see if that takes care of it.
 
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My 17' with Adaptive Steering has been with the dealer for a month now with this issue. I'm told they replaced the clock spring, steering shaft(s), and lubricated multiple points. This rubbing noise is still present. Dealer had to involve Ford Engineering to get to the point we are at now...which is the problem still exists. So we wait on Ford Engineering again to provide further guidance. The noise itself isn't bad, problem is that we know small noises can lead to big problems down the road and most likely at an inopportune time/location. They have not mentioned the AS motor as a potential noise maker...I didn't know the mechanisms behind AS so I'll bring it up to them on Monday when I'm talking to Ford about my Buy Back request.
 
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It'll be on your window sticker. It's completely automatic, and you wouldn't know you have it unless you drive a different vehicle without it (or vice versa).
I bought mine used so I don’t have a window sticker to refer to. I think I’ve heard this before here, but can’t you check your VIN # to see the “as-built” sheet? If anybody has or knows where I can look up my trucks info, I’d appreciate it.
 
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Originally Posted by oklarado
I have a slight rubbing noise inside the steering column when I turn the wheel. 2 plastic surfaces are rubbing, not sure if its rubbing against wires or not. Anyone else had the issue?
Yep, mine does the exact same thing. The back of the steering wheel makes slight contact with the right side of the column cover during slow lock to lock turns. There is a small rub mark where the two make contact. I don’t think it effects any wires/connections housed within the cover/column.

Mike


 
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Originally Posted by AK-AlumADuty
The audible noise I hear when turning is like a clicking sound, almost as if the wheel was indexed. It works fine, but I never noticed this in my 2011 F350, so the verdict is still out on what it really is.
I had this issue and the dealer replaced the clock spring under warranty and the clicking went away.
 
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Originally Posted by 208rover
My 17' with Adaptive Steering has been with the dealer for a month now with this issue. I'm told they replaced the clock spring, steering shaft(s), and lubricated multiple points. This rubbing noise is still present. Dealer had to involve Ford Engineering to get to the point we are at now...which is the problem still exists. So we wait on Ford Engineering again to provide further guidance. The noise itself isn't bad, problem is that we know small noises can lead to big problems down the road and most likely at an inopportune time/location. They have not mentioned the AS motor as a potential noise maker...I didn't know the mechanisms behind AS so I'll bring it up to them on Monday when I'm talking to Ford about my Buy Back request.
did Ford ever get this fixed right and what was wrong with it?
 
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