Anyone that has steering problems... Please post

[mich_132003]

OK - Now I have the steering noise. Is the R&P replacement the cure?
Hate going to my 5 STAR dealer unless I have back-up of what others have experienced. My 5-Star dealer is full idiots. [xx(]

[nbr10]

Mitch

Which noise are you experiencing?? The "nylon rubbing" noise as you turn from side to side? Or the Whistle?

[rszappa1]

I have a 2004 pt with 5,000 on it and the past few days I have been noticing that whistle sound and it looks as if the sound is comming from the rack area were the hoses cannect. Will be taking it in on friday to have them look at it...

[PTGT_Boy]

For the people with the whistling noise, try this TSB:

NUMBER: 19-001-04
GROUP: Steering
DATE: Mar. 16, 2004
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.
SUBJECT:
Whistling Sound When The Steering Wheel Is Turned
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing revised power steering hose assembly.
MODELS:
2003 - 2004 (PT) Chrysler PT Cruiser
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with 2.4L Turbo
engines (sales codes EDV or EDT).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A whistling sound that increases in intensity when steering input is made. The higher
the torque required to turn the front wheels, the louder the sound.
DIAGNOSIS:
Let vehicle warm up for a minute then turn the steering wheel; the intensity of the
sound will be proportional to the torque required to turn the front wheels. The
intensity of this sound will NOT be dependent on engine RPM, only minor frequency
changes will occur with RPM changes. If the whistling sound is heard when the
steering wheel is turned, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty. Part No. Description
1 05272319AJ Assembly, Power Steering Hose
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Replace the power steering pressure & return hose assembly with a
revised assembly, p/n 05272319AJ using the procedures outlined in the
Service Information on TechCONNECT.
Use the following specifications for tightening the hose fittings:
FITTING LOCATION TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Gear End Return Port 26 - 29 Nm (230 - 260 in. lbs.)
Gear End Pressure Port 31 - 35 Nm (275 - 310 in. lbs.)
Pump End Ports 31 - 35 Nm (275 - 310 in. lbs.)

[rszappa1]

Thanks for the info....thats sounds exactly what mine is doing. I really dont want the rack replaced if they dont have to and the problems does not get corrected...I will take this TSB in on friday when I go the the dealer here in Louisville. Again Thanks for the fast and detailed reply....

[PTGT_Boy]

For the people that have that clunky noise for steering, here is a thread from another forums:

http://www.ptenthusiasts.org/PTForum...light=steering

[rszappa1]

Just curious. Has anybody had the TSB mentioned a few posts ago about the whistle problem done? Did it work??

[PTGT Redman]

OOPS. PTGT BOY described it. If you have a 2003 turbo, this is your problem.Does this describe your problem?
I had this issue, had the hose replaced and now all gone. Did not require ATF fluid change, cause you have it in there. Brought the TSB to the dealer.
NUMBER: 19-001-04
GROUP: Steering
DATE: Mar. 16, 2004
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.
SUBJECT:
Whistling Sound When The Steering Wheel Is Turned
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing revised power steering hose assembly.
MODELS:
2003 - 2004 (PT) Chrysler PT Cruiser
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with 2.4L Turbo
engines (sales codes EDV or EDT).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A whistling sound that increases in intensity when steering input is made. The higher
the torque required to turn the front wheels, the louder the sound.
DIAGNOSIS:
Let vehicle warm up for a minute then turn the steering wheel; the intensity of the
sound will be proportional to the torque required to turn the front wheels. The
intensity of this sound will NOT be dependent on engine RPM, only minor frequency
changes will occur with RPM changes. If the whistling sound is heard when the
steering wheel is turned, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty. Part No. Description
1 05272319AJ Assembly, Power Steering Hose
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Replace the power steering pressure & return hose assembly with a
revised assembly, p/n 05272319AJ using the procedures outlined in the
Service Information on TechCONNECT.
Use the following specifications for tightening the hose fittings:
FITTING LOCATION TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Gear End Return Port 26 - 29 Nm (230 - 260 in. lbs.)
Gear End Pressure Port 31 - 35 Nm (275 - 310 in. lbs.)
Pump End Ports 31 - 35 Nm (275 - 310 in. lbs.)

[don668]

I had to have my steering rack replaced. The noise got progressively worse and started to leak fluid. No problems now in the last 10,000km.

Don

[ElectricBlueGT]

All,

I, too, had these problems.

Something to check:

Look at the power steering lines going to and from radiator (lower left and right). If you see fluid, a "wet" hose, or road grit clinging to the metal couplings, you probably have a leaking steering rack. Mine was replaced after noticing the fluid on the hoses. I also had the power steering hoses replaced under warranty.

I have lost the "nylon rubbing" sound since the replacements were made.

Scott