Steering Wheel Creaking/Squeaking Noise

rocko911 · 09-02-2012, 02:48 AM

Hey guys, I own a 335i sports line and just noticed whenever i turn my steering wheel left or right I hear a creaking noise. The noise is soft but definitely noticeable. I ve researched over here and noticed that some other people had the same issue. Is there any fix to this issue? Thanks

npgatech · 09-03-2012, 12:13 PM

Yup, I got that a few times. Just adjust the steering wheel column and pull it out/push it back in. It took me a while to figure out where the squeaking is coming from! At particular lengths of the steering wheel column, may be an O-ring or something is causing the problem.

rocko911 · 09-03-2012, 12:26 PM

Thanks man for your help, let me check that out. I drove it today and did not hear anything. I guess it starts making a sound when your re turning the wheel completely on the left or right. So for you the sound is gone after you did that?

BLAZEDV3 · 12-12-2012, 10:04 AM

I experienced this issue on my e92 and after researching I found that the issue is due to the brake sensor in the wheels touching when you turn the wheel. Nothing to worry about.

G16grancoupe · 12-12-2012, 11:04 AM

This was happening in my last car (2010 Camaro) looked to be rubbing the rubber boot at the bottom (I have steering wheel all the way down). So I sprayed a quick shot of lubricant right there and all problems were solved

jsbmw87 · 12-12-2012, 12:18 PM

Having my service center take a look at this exact issue on mine today. I'll let you know the results.

David328M-Sport · 12-12-2012, 01:45 PM

I had the same thing in my E90 early on, back in 2005. Was most annoying as it was quite loud. It either went away or I had it fixed. Cant remember.

shivaswrath · 12-13-2012, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by npgatech

Yup, I got that a few times. Just adjust the steering wheel column and pull it out/push it back in. It took me a while to figure out where the squeaking is coming from! At particular lengths of the steering wheel column, may be an O-ring or something is causing the problem.

I just noticed this last night...it's really odd.

Any real fix?

I'll push the column in a little...my wife noticed it too, and she has the column in all the way. So I think it's independent of the column.

Erik.klenke · 12-17-2012, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by jsbmw87

Having my service center take a look at this exact issue on mine today. I'll let you know the results.

So what did the Dealer say about it? I have the same problem and have been thinking about taking it in to the dealer.

rocko911 · 12-17-2012, 09:12 AM

Well I havent taken mine to the dealer yet since I havent found it very annoying because its not very loud but after finding spots of rust under my seat Im going to go soon and show both problems now :S

shivaswrath · 12-17-2012, 09:58 AM

yeah mine went away once it started raining heavily here...I wonder if it's something in the exterior, not interior?

jsbmw87 · 12-17-2012, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Erik.klenke

So what did the Dealer say about it? I have the same problem and have been thinking about taking it in to the dealer.

Apparently my "thrust arm bushings" weren't prepped correctly from the factory. They're on a 3 week backorder, just playing the waiting game now.

BMWrules7 · 12-17-2012, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rocko911

Hey guys, I own a 335i sports line and just noticed whenever i turn my steering wheel left or right I hear a creaking noise. The noise is soft but definitely noticeable. I ve researched over here and noticed that some other people had the same issue. Is there any fix to this issue? Thanks

Just a side note. Make sure you do not exert all kinds of force on your steering wheel as you exit the car. Over time, this practice can lead to squeaking.

The steering wheel is a sensitive instrument and it is not a door handle.

Once I let a big guy sit in the driver's seat of my 5 series. As he exited it, you could actually see the entire wheel bending and twisting as he put his 350 lb weight on the steering wheel to exit the car.

godfather87 · 01-04-2013, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by rocko911

Well I havent taken mine to the dealer yet since I havent found it very annoying because its not very loud but after finding spots of rust under my seat Im going to go soon and show both problems now :S

If u don't mind me asking, did u get it checked by the dealer? i started having the same issue on my car. i usually have music on but its def annoying when theres no music playing.

rocko911 · 01-04-2013, 06:52 PM

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If u don't mind me asking, did u get it checked by the dealer? i started having the same issue on my car. i usually have music on but its def annoying when theres no music playing.

No I haven not taken it to the dealer yet, been busy lately. Well with music on you cant hear it but its quite noticeable when music is turned off. I tried adjusting the steering wheel but the sound is still there. You better take it to the dealer to check it out and see whats the issue. Lot of people have mentioned this problem here on the threads

Elastino · 01-08-2013, 09:38 AM

Same here with 335i 2012 Apr.

I think it is related to VSS.
It sounds like out of oil gear noise.

I went to dealer with this issue and they completely replaced steering wheel core(rod).
The replacement did somewhat improvement for a month but it came back.
Currently I send my car back to the dealer for this issue.
I will post it if I get new treatment on this.

shivaswrath · 01-08-2013, 10:34 AM

I had the creaking/moaning issue on my 335i.

Dealer took steering wheel out, greased specific parts, and everything is fine.

Parts weren't replaced. It was a simple fix and no issues now.

godfather87 · 01-08-2013, 11:48 AM

good to know, i live an hour an a half from where i bought the car, can i take it to any dealer or is it recommended to go back to where i bought the car from?

shivaswrath · 01-08-2013, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by godfather87

good to know, i live an hour an a half from where i bought the car, can i take it to any dealer or is it recommended to go back to where i bought the car from?

any dealer since it's a warrantable issue.

Just make sure as $hit you can duplicate the issue once the SA sits in the car with you (or have a tech drive along with you, which is what I did).

You have to book that ahead of time, and usually, I've noticed you'll get better preference at the dealer you purchased from...

vip · 07-02-2014, 03:52 PM

I had this repaired a few months back and now the sound is back....

OC40 · 07-02-2014, 04:42 PM

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I had this repaired a few months back and now the sound is back....

Really? Had mine fixed over a year ago and it's been fine. Hopefully, it doesn't come back for me.

Jera_Jakerz · 02-19-2015, 01:36 AM

I guess I am bringing this thread back alive, but I noticed it only on one side. When I turn to the left its the amazing BMW ultimate driving machine I originally purchased. When I turn to the right its NOT GOOD.

The right turn makes noise at about 1/8th of a turn until 3/4 turned and the entire time to the right its rougher, almost like there is dirt or something rubbing, but it is inconsistant and not at all when turning to the left which boggles my mind and makes me think it has something to do with the 0010100100001100 of the eletric steering.

I live close to a dealer so I am going to go there and ask them to do a couple of your suggestions, but did anyone notice the problem on one side only?

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rocko911 New Member 5 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Sports line Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Bahrain iTrader: (0)	Steering Wheel Creaking/Squeaking Noise Hey guys, I own a 335i sports line and just noticed whenever i turn my steering wheel left or right I hear a creaking noise. The noise is soft but definitely noticeable. I ve researched over here and noticed that some other people had the same issue. Is there any fix to this issue? Thanks
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npgatech Private First Class 11 Rep 169 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 335i Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Yup, I got that a few times. Just adjust the steering wheel column and pull it out/push it back in. It took me a while to figure out where the squeaking is coming from! At particular lengths of the steering wheel column, may be an O-ring or something is causing the problem.
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rocko911 New Member 5 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Sports line Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Bahrain iTrader: (0)	Thanks man for your help, let me check that out. I drove it today and did not hear anything. I guess it starts making a sound when your re turning the wheel completely on the left or right. So for you the sound is gone after you did that?
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BLAZEDV3 New Member 0 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I experienced this issue on my e92 and after researching I found that the issue is due to the brake sensor in the wheels touching when you turn the wheel. Nothing to worry about.
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G16grancoupe Second Lieutenant 12 Rep 266 Posts Drives: 2019 f90 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: So CAL, LA iTrader: (0)	This was happening in my last car (2010 Camaro) looked to be rubbing the rubber boot at the bottom (I have steering wheel all the way down). So I sprayed a quick shot of lubricant right there and all problems were solved
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12-12-2012, 12:18 PM	#6
jsbmw87 Gear Head 3 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	Having my service center take a look at this exact issue on mine today. I'll let you know the results. __________________ 2016 M4
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David328M-Sport Brigadier General 101 Rep 3,566 Posts Drives: F30 M-Sport 328i Estoril Blue Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne Australia iTrader: (0)	I had the same thing in my E90 early on, back in 2005. Was most annoying as it was quite loud. It either went away or I had it fixed. Cant remember. __________________ 328i M-Sport, Estoril Blue, Carbon XP 35 Tint, front heated seats, black Dakota, Sports Suspension, Anthracite Headliner, HUD, Pro Nav, Sunroof, hk 600w, Bi-Xenon, 19" 403M wheels, Reversing Camera, DAB+, Xenon, BT Ext Connect, MST turbo intake pipe, MST Cold Air Intake, JB4 on Map 2 with Catless DP produces awesome performance in Sport.
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rocko911 New Member 5 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Sports line Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Bahrain iTrader: (0)	Well I havent taken mine to the dealer yet since I havent found it very annoying because its not very loud but after finding spots of rust under my seat Im going to go soon and show both problems now :S
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shivaswrath Brigadier General 649 Rep 4,323 Posts Drives: 2012 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Lost in NJ iTrader: (3)	yeah mine went away once it started raining heavily here...I wonder if it's something in the exterior, not interior? __________________ CURRENT: 2017 RS3 (miss you guys) SOLD: 2012 335i Mineral Gray M Performance Exhaust/Brakes/Suspension/LSD\|Bav Stage 1/AMP\|\|ER CP/IC/DP/OC \| Dinan CAI/N55 PWG BIG TURBO\|BMWF30.com
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Elastino Enlisted Member 7 Rep 30 Posts Drives: F32 435i ZMM/ZTP/LED Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles, California iTrader: (0)	Same here with 335i 2012 Apr. I think it is related to VSS. It sounds like out of oil gear noise. I went to dealer with this issue and they completely replaced steering wheel core(rod). The replacement did somewhat improvement for a month but it came back. Currently I send my car back to the dealer for this issue. I will post it if I get new treatment on this. __________________ 2015 F10-LCI 530D xDrive M Sports Package Black 2014 F32 435i M Sports Line Black 2012 F30 335i Sports Line Alpine White (retired) 2011 F25 X3 28i Silver 2010 E83-LCI X3 3.0 Silver (retired), 2007 E90 328i Gray
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shivaswrath Brigadier General 649 Rep 4,323 Posts Drives: 2012 335i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Lost in NJ iTrader: (3)	I had the creaking/moaning issue on my 335i. Dealer took steering wheel out, greased specific parts, and everything is fine. Parts weren't replaced. It was a simple fix and no issues now. __________________ CURRENT: 2017 RS3 (miss you guys) SOLD: 2012 335i Mineral Gray M Performance Exhaust/Brakes/Suspension/LSD\|Bav Stage 1/AMP\|\|ER CP/IC/DP/OC \| Dinan CAI/N55 PWG BIG TURBO\|BMWF30.com
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godfather87 Private 14 Rep 79 Posts Drives: 2013 335ix Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Canada, Kitchener iTrader: (0)	good to know, i live an hour an a half from where i bought the car, can i take it to any dealer or is it recommended to go back to where i bought the car from?
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vip Major 159 Rep 1,136 Posts Drives: 2001 Alpine White M5 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Fremont, CA iTrader: (1)	I had this repaired a few months back and now the sound is back.... __________________ sent from bimmerpost Android app
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02-19-2015, 01:36 AM	#22
Jera_Jakerz Second Lieutenant 37 Rep 243 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW 335i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Eastampton iTrader: (0)	I guess I am bringing this thread back alive, but I noticed it only on one side. When I turn to the left its the amazing BMW ultimate driving machine I originally purchased. When I turn to the right its NOT GOOD. The right turn makes noise at about 1/8th of a turn until 3/4 turned and the entire time to the right its rougher, almost like there is dirt or something rubbing, but it is inconsistant and not at all when turning to the left which boggles my mind and makes me think it has something to do with the 0010100100001100 of the eletric steering. I live close to a dealer so I am going to go there and ask them to do a couple of your suggestions, but did anyone notice the problem on one side only?
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