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What Causes the Steering Wheel Noise in Audi A4?

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McRose

07/28/25 5:43pm

Audi A4 steering wheel noise causes: 1. Friction between the steering column and floor mats. If the noise comes from below the steering wheel when turning, check the steering column and floor mats. Oversized aftermarket mats may contact the steering column, causing friction without proper lubrication. Applying lubricant usually resolves this. 2. Faulty clock spring (spiral cable). If the noise originates inside the steering wheel, it's likely caused by clock spring interference. Remove the steering wheel airbag assembly to lubricate the clock spring with grease. Replacement is necessary if noise persists. 3. Lack of lubrication in strut mount bearings. External noises during steering may indicate dry strut mount bearings. Open the hood to verify if the sound comes from strut towers. Lubricating with grease solves this issue. 4. Loose stabilizer bar bushings. If not from strut bearings, inspect stabilizer bar bushings for looseness or damage. Worn bushings cause noise during steering and on rough roads. Tightening with shims may help, otherwise replacement is required. 5. Contaminated power steering fluid. Dirty fluid increases system pressure, causing pump noise. Immediate fluid replacement is recommended.

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