2004 Mustang V6 Convertible Steering noise/clunk?

I have a 2004 Mustang with 12k miles on it. I hear a clunky/squeaky
sound when I turn the steering wheel. I have been doing some research
and some have said that it is common is normal? Some even said the
factory won't fix it.

Any ideas?

Thanks

Just had my 04 fixed with the same problem. Ford has a TSB to replace the
bushings in the rack of the rack and pinion. Bushing replaced and noise
went away. This was done a week ago.

Take it to your Ford dealer. Mine was still under warrantee, but it may be
a free fix.


> wrote in message
oups.com...
>I have a 2004 Mustang with 12k miles on it. I hear a clunky/squeaky
> sound when I turn the steering wheel. I have been doing some research
> and some have said that it is common is normal? Some even said the
> factory won't fix it.
>
> Any ideas?
>
> Thanks
>

You didn't say where the noise was. Down below? or in the steering column??
Need more info.
I had the clock spring in the steering wheel hub break (part of the airbag
electrical path) and it needed to be replaced.
It was improperly installed at the factory.
You can find explanations on Google.
2004 GT Convertible in Seattle
> wrote in message
oups.com...
> I have a 2004 Mustang with 12k miles on it. I hear a clunky/squeaky
> sound when I turn the steering wheel. I have been doing some research
> and some have said that it is common is normal? Some even said the
> factory won't fix it.
>
> Any ideas?
>
> Thanks
>

Well, I bought the car to the dealership. They say they are changing
the steering bushing, power steering pump,and possibly they are
changing the rack and pinion. I know **** about cares, but its on
warranty so thats good.

wrote:

> Well, I bought the car to the dealership. They say they are changing
> the steering bushing, power steering pump,and possibly they are
> changing the rack and pinion. I know **** about cares, but its on
> warranty so thats good.
>
>

Lesseee... they get in the habit of throwing parts at a problem when in
warranty, leaving you with really good feeling about taking your car there,
after... and, while on subject, that differs from a driveway mechanic, HOW?

--
Yeh, I'm a Krusty old Geezer, putting up with my 'smartass' is the price
you pay..DEAL with it!

Well, I dont know much about cars. But if they want to throw parts at
it, as long as I am not paying its fine with me. Maybe they are
milking ford for extra money? I have no idea. All I know is that its
covered and they will do all these things they say.


Backyard Mechanic wrote:
> wrote:
>
> > Well, I bought the car to the dealership. They say they are changing
> > the steering bushing, power steering pump,and possibly they are
> > changing the rack and pinion. I know **** about cares, but its on
> > warranty so thats good.
> >
> >
>
> Lesseee... they get in the habit of throwing parts at a problem when in
> warranty, leaving you with really good feeling about taking your car there,
> after... and, while on subject, that differs from a driveway mechanic, HOW?
>
> --
> Yeh, I'm a Krusty old Geezer, putting up with my 'smartass' is the price
> you pay..DEAL with it!

On 23 Apr 2006 09:03:05 -0700, wrote:

>Well, I bought the car to the dealership. They say they are changing
>the steering bushing, power steering pump,and possibly they are
>changing the rack and pinion. I know **** about cares, but its on
>warranty so thats good.

There is a TSB on the problem. I had the problem on my 2004 Mach 1.
The dealer will probably need to order the bracket but it takes only
an hour or so to do the fix. No creaks or squeaks since.

Regards, Sarah


TSB
04-24-8 STEERING RACK NOISE

Publication Date: November 22, 2004

FORD: 2002-2004 Mustang


ISSUE:
Some 2002-2004 Mustang vehicles may exhibit a squeak or creak type
noise while turning.

ACTION:
Replace the power steering gear tube bracket. Use only replacement
parts that have a green paint dot. Torque the fasteners to 52 lb-ft
(70 N-m).


PART NUMBER PART NAME
E5DZ-3K620-A Bracket


WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage

Ford called me and said they are only replacing the TSB parts. All my
other parts are 100% operational. Thanks