Fyrwall Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 Im driving a 2004 Camry LE and just recently I started hearing a popping noise every time I turn the wheel, I took it to the dealer and they said that it was normal. Well, it seems to be getting worse, does anyone know of the same problem? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 Is it a popping noise inside the car or outside?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fidgits Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 It could be plastic from the steering wheel catching on the console? and i wouldnt say any noise is normal - dont let them fob you off with that one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 Is it a popping sound or a squeaking sound? Mine had a squeaking sound but I managed to fix it. See the previous post I did on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fyrwall Posted September 30, 2005 Author Share Posted September 30, 2005 Is it a popping noise inside the car or outside?? ← The sound seems to be coming from the front end, I can feel a popping thud on the steering wheel as well as hear it...I would say it's outside...rack and pinion maybe? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 could be Ball Joint, or CV Joint or worn calipers... Does it pop when you have the steering wheel on full lock?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fyrwall Posted September 30, 2005 Author Share Posted September 30, 2005 could be Ball Joint, or CV Joint or worn calipers...Does it pop when you have the steering wheel on full lock?? ← Full Lock?? Not sure, I did notice yesterday it sometimes happens when I hit the brake. How could this be caused by worn-out calipers, the car only has 22.000 miles? Does the rack and pinion assembly need to be greased periodically? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Does it happen only when you turn in one direction or both directions? Full Lock?? Not sure, I did notice yesterday it sometimes happens when I hit the brake. How could this be caused by worn-out calipers, the car only has 22.000 miles? Does the rack and pinion assembly need to be greased periodically? Thanks ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fyrwall Posted October 3, 2005 Author Share Posted October 3, 2005 Does it happen only when you turn in one direction or both directions? ← Both directions, I'm going to take it back into the dealer and have them take a closer look...brakes included. Thanks for the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 Let the people in this forum know if you have a bad CV joint, OK? STEVE Both directions, I'm going to take it back into the dealer and have them take a closer look...brakes included. Thanks for the help. ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlearner Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Let the people in this forum know if you have a bad CV joint, OK?STEVE ← I have a 2003 Camry with about 30000 miles with a similar problem, ...and when I turn the wheel one direction a half turn left and then turn it right back a dull thud sound occurs, the sound seems to occur on one side only...... I think it is the steering rack & pinion system loose play?... I will see what the dealer says tomorrow and report back... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazymike1938 Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 I just bought a 2004 Camry ~34000 miles. I have the same problem with the popping noise which I not only can hear but feel through the steering wheel. It occurs more when the car has warmed up, when steering over uneven ground, when accelerating from a stop, etc. Any suggestions or answers. :!: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted October 10, 2005 Share Posted October 10, 2005 I am curious to see what Fyrwall says when he lets us know. (re: CV joint) I just bought a 2004 Camry ~34000 miles. I have the same problem with the popping noise which I not only can hear but feel through the steering wheel. It occurs more when the car has warmed up, when steering over uneven ground, when accelerating from a stop, etc.Any suggestions or answers. :!: ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fyrwall Posted October 10, 2005 Author Share Posted October 10, 2005 I have a 2003 Camry with about 30000 miles with a similar problem, ...and when I turn the wheel one direction a half turn left and then turn it right back a dull thud sound occurs, the sound seems to occur on one side only...... I think it is the steering rack & pinion system loose play?... I will see what the dealer says tomorrow and report back... ← Carlearner, I have not had a chance to get back to the dealer yet. What's the word on yours? I feel my dealer may be trying to avoid this repair, perhaps too costly. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted October 11, 2005 Share Posted October 11, 2005 There is a possibility of a CV joint problem here, especially since you say it happens more when turning one way. I am curious to see what Fyrwall says when he lets us know. (re: CV joint) ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlearner Posted October 13, 2005 Share Posted October 13, 2005 There is a possibility of a CV joint problem here, especially since you say it happens more when turning one way. ← Well I took my 2003 Camry to the dealer to check up the dull thud I hear from the steering column when turning and jocking the car during parking......The dealer said it's the intermediate steering shaft and has ordered one for replacement....they say it's under warranty ...I hope it solves the problem, and not add more.. I will let yous know the results.. :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted October 13, 2005 Share Posted October 13, 2005 UPDATE: TSB'S: Toyota released two Technical Service Bulletins on 2002-2003 Camry's. First, steering wheel noise while turning--ST002-03 2003 Camry, second, front suspension knock or thump--SU001-03. So this should apply to all the 2002-2004 Camry's. Carlearner, I have not had a chance to get back to the dealer yet. What's the word on yours? I feel my dealer may be trying to avoid this repair, perhaps too costly.Thanks ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlearner Posted October 13, 2005 Share Posted October 13, 2005 UPDATE: TSB'S: Toyota released two Technical Service Bulletins on 2002-2003 Camry's. First, steering wheel noise while turning--ST002-03 2003 Camry, second, front suspension knock or thump--SU001-03. So this should apply to all the 2002-2004 Camry's. ← Stevelaw : Do you know what is the cause of the front suspension knock, because I think I also heard that noise when I go up the driveway. By the way how did you find out if there are TSB's out ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fyrwall Posted October 24, 2005 Author Share Posted October 24, 2005 Well Folks the word is in. I went back to the dealer for the second time regarding the noise coming from the steering wheel and as with the 2003 model Camry the steering column (shaft) turned out to be the culprit. Funny thing is they didn’t need to even test drive the car, they all ready knew what the problem was...it would have been nice if they would have fixed it the first time through and saved me the run around. However, hopefully this will resolve the problem. Thanks to all in helping to diagnose this problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fidgits Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 glad its sorted... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 Well, I can only make an educated guess. It could be a CV joint, you could have lost a bushing somewhere. As for TSBs, I have an Alldata membership. So I can find these things out. Worth every penny when trying to get a dealership to cover a warranty item they do not wish to remedy. Stevelaw : Do you know what is the cause of the front suspension knock, because I think I also heard that noise when I go up the driveway. By the way how did you find out if there are TSB's out ??? ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevelaw Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 Thanks for posting that info. How many miles are on your Camry, by the way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazymike1938 Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Im driving a 2004 Camry LE and just recently I started hearing a popping noise every time I turn the wheel, I took it to the dealer and they said that it was normal. Well, it seems to be getting worse, does anyone know of the same problem? Thanks ← Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEFFD Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I have the same problem. I just discovered, after a visit to the dealer, that my rack & pinions assembly is worn out (!!!). The sterring is gripping and shaking. I'm at 45,000 miles (SE 2004 - got it in Feb 04) and the car is no longer covered by the warranty. I've been a Toyota customer for a long time and first time I didn't buy the extra care warranty since it is a quality symbol (After a quick search and goin' thru the forum, it seems like there is a TSB (TSB002R-04 feb 05) and I'm wondering if it covers the Camry SE 2004. Did an inspection just before the warranty expired and didn't have incident or bumping before or since then. Anyone can help? Thanks. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlearner Posted November 25, 2005 Share Posted November 25, 2005 ← Hi there.. I have a 2003 LE Camry with popping-like noise in the steering column when I am turning.. The dealer replaced the intermediate shaft and the noise is now gone ..I haven't heard the steering column noise anymore... The repair was done under warranty as the warranty is 3 years or 60000 km and my car was within the warranty period..... I don't know if there is a TSB for 2004 Camry with similar problem?? I don't know how you can find out if TSB is out for 2004....maybe Stevelaw knows, since he mentioned that TSBs were out before... Are TSB's covered by the manufacturers regardless of warranty period????? Does anyone know this for sure??? STEVELAW:: How do you find out about TSB's????.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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