What Causes the Abnormal Noise in the Geely Boyue's Steering Gear?
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Abnormal noise in the Geely Boyue's steering gear may be caused by component friction, clock spring failure, or steering gear malfunction. Component Friction with the Steering Wheel: Excessive rotational clearance between various plastic components and the steering wheel can lead to abnormal noise, especially in new cars, which require adjustment and break-in. Clock Spring Failure: Inside the steering wheel, abnormal noise may occur due to a broken clock spring or a loose clock spring connector. Replacing the clock spring can resolve this issue. Dust Boot Oil Leak: When the steering gear's dust boot leaks oil, abnormal noise may occur during rotation. In this case, replacing the dust boot or adding lubricant can solve the problem.
My Boyue's steering wheel makes a squeaking sound whenever I turn it, which is quite annoying. It might be an issue with the steering system. I looked it up, and sometimes it's due to wear or looseness in the belt under the steering wheel, which can cause noise; or the power steering pump fluid might be insufficient or aged, leading to rough turning; or it could be wear in the steering mechanism components, such as the ball joints or bearings, which need to be checked for looseness. My friend also drives a Geely, and he said that shortly after his steering started making noise, the power steering failed, nearly causing an accident. So, I quickly drove to the 4S store to get it checked. Safety first—steering noise is no small matter. Remember to have the mechanic inspect the steering system during regular maintenance to avoid bigger troubles.
