Steering noise

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yme402
Joined: Sat 25 Jul, 2015 19:22
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  Z3 roadster 2.2i

Steering noise

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After being stood for a few months, my 2002 2.2 appears to have developed a faint whining noise from the steering when turning left at slow speeds only. I can feel a slight resonance through the steering wheel. Power steering reservoir is at the correct level. Any suggestions?
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Southernboy
Joined: Thu 07 Oct, 2010 12:39
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  Z3 roadster 3.0i
Location: Johannesburg

Re: Steering noise

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Do you have any "leaks" on the hoses from the reservoir to the steering rack - check where they fit to the rack. If you have a leak, it's possible that you have an air pocket in the system. Alternately, you may need a service on the system to check for internal rack issues. Also, check the origin of the noise - may be the pump which has lost fluid somehow.
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