What Causes the Clicking Noise in BMW Steering System?
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BMW steering system may produce clicking noises due to turn signal reset mechanism or aging of steering tie rod ball joints. Here are the detailed analyses: 1. Turn signal reset: If the turn signal is activated while steering, the noise might originate from the rebound latch of the automatic reset mechanism. This requires verification by the owner - if confirmed, it's a normal operational sound. Sometimes multiple clicks may be heard because the steering column has three automatic reset positions per full rotation. Turning the steering wheel completely will therefore produce three clicks. 2. Aging steering tie rod ball joints: Worn tie rod ball joints can cause steering wheel vibration and noise. This typically requires replacement of the tie rod ball joints followed by a four-wheel alignment.