Knocking Noise When Turning Wheel - Hyundai & Kia - How To DIY

[@StuCox-wy9du]

I just had this diagnosed on my '12 Optima Hybrid. I had to look this up and came to your video and it totally explains this issue THANK YOU! The repair quote was above CAD$500. Not a mechanic so I will consider getting it done for my peace of mind and driving enjoyment. I was told it's not a safety issue. :D

[@robcanthandlestupidy9249]

This is a extremely helpful video by far the easiest for beginner car people to understand. Well done

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Thanks so much for the kind words Rob.

[@SamuelRodriguez-xg7mj]

Great video. I had doubts about how to tell where the clunking noise was coming from, but now I have a good idea on how to diagnose it. Thank you!

[@ironknobair]

Good on you the only video that lets us right hand drivers how to do this. that back bolt had me stumped.

[@jd-dh9tj]

Thank you for the video was really helpful, My grandsons and myself have just done my 2012 hyundai i40 1.7diesel estate, was a bit of a pain but well worth it no clunking noise now and no steering wobble under braking which i didnt find any comments about in any other threads, so if you have a steering knock and steering wheel wobble you can bet its that part. that wants changing and not the £400 + vat knuckle joint that hyundai wanted just for the part. Rip off merchants

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

🙏🙏💪

[@kevinmckenna6587]

Hi, great video, very well explained, got steering column and part replaced by your step by step guidance, brilliant and very explained, don't think I could have done it without this tutorial

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Thanks Kevin 🙏💪

[@JaradClayton]

Great video. I found with my i40 tourer RHD that I didn’t have to remove the steering column completely off the spline. The coupler was accessible after the steering column was dropped.

[@iloop6894]

Great video, thanks a lot Gerard ! is it dangerous to not replace this component and let like this ?

[@susanpaddon533]

Thank you Gerard. I've been told by my Hyundai dealer I need the whole steering column replaced on my i10. Some fault on certain models. Had it 8 years. Big bill. Not a mechanic.

[@greatafricanone]

Hi Sussy. Are you sorted? I have the same problem for a hyndai i30

[@godasa108]

Thanks a bunch was a great guide, helped me successfully diagnose and fix the same issue in a 2012 i30 crdi. worked a treat. Just trying to work out how to reset the dash lights EPS and ESC.

[@Lusiba_Sambo]

have same problem, did you come right?

[@godasa108]

@@Lusiba_Sambo I'll need to get it done at a mechanic who has the computer tec to reset the system. Haven't got there yet. Cheers

[@RGBReact]

Hello! Great video! When doing diagnosis, the knocking feels much stronger near the universal joint. What should I do now?

[@jamesmaupin8365]

I just did one of these last week and you don't need to remove the whole assembly. I happen to have the correct tools that made it easy and only took less than an hour. Just take the column loose so it can drop down to access the motor screws.

[@mustluvseinfeld4444]

Was it a KIA you worked on?

[@waliidooo]

Thanks for the video! Question: is it urgent to fix it or It’s ok to drive my car like that until it will be fixed?!

[@russross1000]

Don't drive it like that too long

[@tobacco_vanilla25]

@@russross1000 why not? My car is doing the same exact sound and I have a 16 hr drive. Should I risk it?

[@lucasbrooks9351]

@@tobacco_vanilla25 I’ve been driving mine for 2 years like that lol

[@AlexAlex-xn3kr]

Did you also have vibrations in the steering wheel because of that?

[@djdavisiscool]

@@RamoneBTW duuudddde samme car same problem lol idk what's wrong. When I first got the car it wasn't knocking but it did vibrates at 75 to 80 and that was because of my aliment. But now like 3 years later its knocking and vibrating.

[@zerep11]

Your video just helped us save no less than $500.00 USD based on quotes by shops. Thank you so very much!

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Thanks for letting me know, I appreciate it.

[@Bellakelpie]

Great video. Thank you for taking the time to make and post it.

[@Alexandroz1997]

Thanks for the video. So you cannot change the plastic circle thing without removing the whole column?

[@markdavis2701]

Based on other video's I was sure its the coupler now I'm not too sure. You are the only video I've seen that addresses the possibly of the issue do to something else. Appreciate it... A questions I have is at the same time I noticed the side to side clunking I also noticed there is a vibrating/rattling sound coming from under the steering wheel. Any idea of the two are related? Just weird to me that it happened at the same time. I have no issues with ball joints, shocks/struts, steering wheel(drives straight) so not sure what the sound is. It only occurs sometimes when I drive over rocking road and but not when I hit dips. Sounds to me like there is something loose underneath and just banging around. Either way appreciate the video.

[@Accent4343]

Got the same issue in my 2016 creta hope u got it rectified if so could u tell me how it was done thank you

[@MrSgreen1970]

Same here, 2011 optima w sport suspension, clunking left and right like there's ball joints on the tie rods falling apart, and the other rattling by my feet. I got the wheels balanced and that was what was making the column rattle. It drives fine and runs incredible for a little 4 banger

[@buuzy252]

Hi ! Thank you so much your video was so much helpful! I’ve done it myself and it worked! But unfortunately I lost my steering wheel position and I wonder if it’s something I can fix myself? Thanks!

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

I have included both the part number and a link in the description for anyone that needs it. I also included a list of models this affects.

[@living2liveagain1]

Can you please answer the questions below this message of urgency about getting the part replaced?

[@gregorywilliams3533]

I had the spring and the the little gold metal piece fall out as i took it apart. Does the spring go in first than that metal piece?

[@cliffgrilo255]

This was helpful, but I have run into a problem on my Right Hand Drive Elantra 2013 AUTO. Got all the way to the pivot pin bolt at the back of the column, got it loose and out about half to 2/3 of the way when the bolt head hits into the brake pedal mounting bracket. It just does not clear past the bracket by a few mm. Did you have a similar issue and have a workaround fix perhaps?

[@dtisch]

Is it mainly just annoying or can a catastrophic failure result it not fixed?

[@russross1000]

Failure is deadly

[@newtnevesyt4641]

@@russross1000 .Not according to the Hyundai, which is why there was no recall, just extended warranty. "NOTE: Wear of the coupling does not affect the ability to steer or control the vehicle and is not a safety issue." static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10110926-9999.pdf

[@colingriffin9360]

Congratz a great vid now I know what needs to be done, if I get someone to do it or do it myself.

[@PoppysPrints]

Great Video. I have a 2010 Hyundai Elantra so parts were in a slightly different place but it that was the problem and replacing the coupler fixed it. EPS light on now, I think I just need my mechanic to reset it. Thanks

[@WithinEpsilon]

I noticed that the '13 Elantra (3rd video) also had the airbag light on. Is that a possible symptom that could manifest from needing the coupler replaced? I've been tolerating the steering wheel for some time but just recently did my airbag light turn on when making turns, and only goes away if i drive straight for some time, only to come back when turning. When you repaired that Elantra did you happen to see if replacing the coupler also dealt away the airbag light??

[@stephenshine7919]

Have you got a part number for the replacement Bush?

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Yes Stephen, I linked both a place to buy it and the part number in the description.

[@stephenshine7919]

Thanks , I've replaced full columns for this issue in the past

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

@@stephenshine7919 All good Stephen.

[@niconiconnu]

In addition to this noise, my car also pulls to the left. Is this related to the clunking noise, or is it a totally different issue?

[@FelipeBarbosa638]

mine does the same. did you get it fixed? could you find out what was the problem?

[@niconiconnu]

@@FelipeBarbosa638 ok so here’s an update. Took it to the mechanic, it turns out the steering bush was INTACT. It turns out there’s something wrong with something called a steering rack?! I have no idea what that means, but I’m looking at a $1200 repair now. I’m now waiting for the part to be delivered. Once they replace it, hopefully the car drives straight (and of course, stops making noise while turning the wheel).

[@FelipeBarbosa638]

@@niconiconnu I did the government inspection today and the car didn't passed. Came out as steering rack as well... 1200$, that's a big sum. I hope this is the end of the noise and steering pulling to the left to you. Did you got it from the dealer and will be fitted privately or at Hyundai?

[@niconiconnu]

@@FelipeBarbosa638 I am the second owner of this car (I think). I bought it privately via Carsales. I am servicing it at a private mechanic.

[@therealvidkid]

Unjoint noise is present when key is in ac with NO engine running. Coupler only sounds off when engine is running

[@ozanylmaz3910]

Hello Gerard. Do you have any videos about first generation Hyundai i30 (2007-2011) videos for this problem

[@ninadrajapurkar]

I get these sounds while driving at slow speeds on turning the steering wheel. Can't figure out the problem.

[@laizyksniega]

I have 2010 kia Proceed. When moving steering wheel to both sides quickly it makes the noise and also it feels loose. Like it has a gap to both sides where it feels like it's not steering. Is that the same problem? And I can't find rubber part for proceed. There is for other models but not for mine. Are they all the same ?

[@mardanm5465]

after this work steering wheel stayed crook a little bit left side when I am driving in low speed. what is be reason?

[@doconnor1354]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you, Sir.

[@bubbagumpskrimp3212]

2013 santa fe limited. Dealer wanted 600 to change the coupler. Watched this and one other video and had it changed for 10 bucks in 1 hour.

[@mphololeboea5823]

I have same car, Dealers are always crazy when it comes to pricing. I will taking mine to any mechanic to be changed.

[@dignitas1980]

Any idea where to buy parts for electric steering rack for European VW Passat? Thanks!

[@diamari91]

I have a 17 elantra limited, and im having issues with the steering column, however, the noise isnt as pronounced as it was in the vid, and it feels like a clunking noise coming from WITHIN the column whilst turning the steering wheel with or without moving the vehicle. It happens during start up, while turning out of a parking space for example. Once I've driven the car for a couple seconds it isnt noticeable at all. Any idea what this COULD be?!

[@chronocross85]

I have this same issue. Did u figure it out?

[@paulkalungi1573]

Me too same issue

[@diamari91]

No real solution guys, but now that its getting warmer where I am, this issue has gone away. No prevalent issues now.

[@paulkalungi1573]

Interesting

[@jamiehithere]

Hi ,is it possible just to buy the motor part, my bushing was ok but it sounded like the knocking was coming from inside the motor, thanks

[@DuckWhenIBust]

What if it is a unijoint issue? is there a tutorial on how to replace that?

[@JaidenStylezTV]

okay....so how do we fix the noise if its the u knee joint ?///

[@videotherapy5052]

Hello hello I am here regarding a Kia Sorento 2019 with the same issue. Is this fault a safety concern or is it just an annoying sound?

[@johnpaulbarrett6816]

Hi Gerard, I believe I may have this problem with our 2012 i40. How can I get in touch would like to try and get it sorted out?

[@maheirtaha3138]

Did you fix it

[@andym1223]

My grandfather had the same noise in his Sorento and it was the steering intermediate shaft

[@JoeSpivey2]

Great Video!! Mine looked different than yours. On the 2013 Elantra pull the black bolts, not the smaller silver ones to get the motor off the column. Also we didn't remove the column from the car. we just layed the steering wheel in the driver's seat.

[@alechillary5174]

This is a great Video so helpful Do I need to reset the steering position sensor ?? Cheers Alec

[@akramzairig2298]

Hello, thanks for this details explaination I have a Hyundai Elantra MD 2015 same as the one in the video , i have a light steering noise as the one on 9:35 after you replace the little plastic piece, is it normal ?

[@chadschroeder1195]

It's the universal joint that needs to be tightened aswell

[@ericdolby1622]

Same noise in my 2013 Sportage. Took it apart and there is no plastic piece. What else could cause it?

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Look at you uni joints on the steering column, make sure there is no freeplay and the bolt is night and tight where it secures on the splines. 🔩👍

[@ekolog3759]

Thank you. Very helpful video. Greetings from Poland.

[@erashio6702]

Hi Gerard great informative video,I recently had my mot on my i10 and the mot tester said there was slight play in the steering no mention of clicking have you any idea of what it could possibly be please many thanks.

[@Brulserz]

How long can you drive with that problem? Is it dangerous?

[@Jabb8055]

I have that problem right now with my 2013 Kia Optima, especially when I go over a bump it's sounds like something is loose in my steering wheel.

[@fullerman1982]

Same here

[@MrBMWerner]

Hello very helpful video the noise is gone but now it shows ESP Off? Do you have any idea what i have made wrong?

[@salimmetin]

From what year is this coupler problem introduced? Does the Hyundai i20 2009-2010 models have the same issue?

[@bigredlevy]

cheers mate. only took me 2 hours to fit the new coupler -_-

[@rosssissons5062]

Thanks for the video. My 2016 Kia Soul has this problem, do you know it that has this damper-bush?

[@Me-mj8ni]

My Soul too! Just started today. Do you know how much it cost to get it fixed? Is it unsafe to drive til its fixed?

[@mkilptrick]

Great information. I have found having a digital camera handy is very useful as you pointed out. Thanks for the videos.

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Thanks for the nice comment, I appreciate ya stopping in 🙏 I hope ye are all safe and well. In these time 👌

[@mkilptrick]

Thanks. Safe and well in Oregon. Same to you.

[@salimmetin]

is it dangerous to drive with this? Is it only knocking sound or should this be fixed as soon as possible?

[@Osiris_333]

That’s why I’m in here, about to go on a trip and I wanted to check if it’s safe for driving still

[@A_struggle2563]

Hi, even after replacing coupler sound started to come after one week, what could be the possible reason

[@talaldannawi3456]

Perfect video. Explained it Perfect

[@coachjamesmartino402]

Is it necessary to repair the coupler?

[@aisneballard2341]

Hi just watch your video .. when doing this when putting it all back together can something happen to make the car not run properly .when before removing everything replaced bush car was running perfectly. How not running .what could this mean please

[@MrLamb1960]

Is there any way you can pull the motor off the steering column by rotating the column without taking the column out?

[@megatonesilva6546]

Yes, it's possible.......makes things more frustrating, but definately possible. I've replaced this steering damper bushing on atleast 200 different Hyundai/Kia vehicles. Many different vehicles without taking the steering column completely out of the vehicle. You still gotta unbolt the steering column from the dash, the steering wheel will rest on the seat. Jack up the front of the car so that the wheels are off the ground. Have someone outside the car put their hands on the tires to turn them to the left while you turn the steering wheel AND steering column to the left.......just a little bit. Enough so that the electric steering motor is accessible. Another way to do it without having to jack up the front of the car would be to remove the front seat so that the column drops down further with the steering wheel resting on the floor (rather than up higher on the seat.

[@ejreviews2492]

hi, is this issue fatal if I dont fix it. (ie: fatal as in if I dont repair my interference timing belt and tit breaks, my engine will be destroyed...) and what is the worst damage not repairing this issue will do to my vehicle?

[@Me-mj8ni]

Im wondering the same thing...also how much it would cost to get it fixed at a shop.

[@alessandroserlenga7329]

Hallò, where i can buy the flexible component for my hiunday i 30 of 2012? Thanks.

[@AlexAlex-xn3kr]

Did you also have vibrations in the steering wheel because of that?

[@Kathayne636]

When I got over 65mph my wheel shakes like crazy and I have the knocking sound.

[@sinicalbob4585]

Will you need to do sas calibration following this work?

[@pasio1118]

Hi. Will you be able to repair my Hyundai i40 with same problem as in the video. I am in uk Manchester but can travel. Thanks

[@philipryan2115]

Does any of them sensor have to be rest after fitting?

[@grasshopper1153]

How long does a new bushing typically last after repair? Do you have to keep doing this like every two years for the life of the vehicle?

[@Lusiba_Sambo]

If you do wheel alignment and balancing every 10k kilometers, you should be fine

[@billbond4]

Do you have the part number for the steering column in a Hyundai i40?

[@1gerard47]

Great video, I used a vacuum cleaner in stead of blowing.

[@eriko2081]

Is it still the same for 2020 kia forte ? Same noise started coming from my kia

[@rubenduarte363]

5 star, keep the good work 😁

[@ShubhamMadke]

I am facing the issue of occasional left pulling in Hyundai Elantra after calibrating the steering angle sensor as well, it is any symptom of bad flexible coupling..

[@patkelly7999]

That's pretty involved Gerard, very good to know, Thank You 👍😷

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Cheers Pat, Thanks for watching 👍 😷 LOL

[@patkelly7999]

@@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage No worries Gerard, can't be too careful these times 👍👍

[@hatembitar81]

Hi Gerard, I have the same scenario with my kia sportage 2017, but it's barely audible, very faint sound. Is it fine if I just let it be? Or will it create bigger problems?

[@sandovalwill88]

It will be fine as long as your not annoyed by the click. Which becomes a rattle once the bushing is fully disintegrated. I just did one today and it took about 30min and $13.99 for the flexible coupler.

[@Me-mj8ni]

@@sandovalwill88 So they arent dangerous to drive with this? What makes them break? My 2017 Kia Soul started to have this noise today and I cant get it in til Monday. I wonder how much its gonna cost. Ugh

[@BradHawk-ev1yg]

I would think your steering becomes less responsive or squirreley. Is that not the case?

[@jamesblack2411]

Thank you so much for this!!!! You just saved me and my boss R8000(South African Rands)!!!! 🥳

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

💪🙏👌

[@tiehomokoena9778]

Hi James, where did you get the part?

[@jamesblack2411]

@@tiehomokoena9778 We got it from Hyundai. Cost R90!

[@muhammedfaheemsidat2753]

Hi James, whats the part called?

[@kittu4999]

James can please help What you call the part nd where did you find them

[@yba6409]

can you please add a video for Hyundai i40 2012 steering column coupler, it seems virtually impossible to get column off!

[@ATHANASIOSVLACHAVAS]

I have the same problem Kia Sportage 2012 to open it? is it the same as Hyundai?

[@andraialove5452]

I stripped one of those star bolts, do you know what size they are so i can tell my mechanic?

[@BoroZGB2008]

Great video, but it still knocks. Just turn up the volume on the video and you will hear it. Is this normal?

[@JacobVincent-i9k]

can i know what was problem with Kia .. because I am getting same noise .. please help me please

[@tangelaharris4517]

I have a 2013 Kia Soul I had the clock steering switch changed also new coupling put on which was a recall it but now its grinding behind the steering wheel and the car doesn't have any power steering refill anywhere it's troubling and I'm at a lost. So do the power steering part needs to be replaced?

[@Me-mj8ni]

Did you ever figure this out? I have a kia soul 2017 and 50k miles. It jjust started to make this noise yesterday

[@tangelaharris4517]

No didn’t figure out so I took it back to Kia and they said it would cost me $267 to replace but no guarantee that it won’t do it again.

[@JacobVincent-i9k]

Can i know what his problem with kia please .i have same sound i getting in my kia soul 2009 please let me know please

[@himanshuvishwakarma9935]

Thank sir you are very clearly solve this problem and explain

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Thank you 😊

[@loganladouceur417]

Great video, thanks for the help

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Glad it helped, thanks for watching and commenting

[@peky771]

Can you tell me will this part fit my Kia Cee'd 1.6 CVVT 92 kW petrol engine from 2011? Thank you.

[@saeedahmad8959]

Hello. I have the same problem in my car. Will you fix it please?

[@mikajlod25]

Is it common to get EPS light on with this issue

[@user-tk7km1sr7e]

There is an extended warranty (TSB) for this problem with the MDPS steering coupler 10 yrs/ 100k miles. I just got my 2013 Sonata fixed for free by the dealer. Also for 2015 - 2017 Sonata the warranty has been extended to 15 yrs /150k miles. The warranty covers original and subsequent owners. Just do a search for Hyundai TSBs.

[@megatonesilva6546]

The Kia Hyundai 10 year/100,000 warranty has been changed to 10 year/unlimited miles warranty.

[@iankelly2110]

Thanks for sharing Gerard.

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

No bother Ian, thanks for tuning in mate.

[@arielatom03]

SUPER HELPFUL VIDEO! THANKS SO MUCH!

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Thank you

[@Josh-gs8ze]

Could this cause stiff steering as well?

[@Me-mj8ni]

Is this unsafe to drive until it gets fixed?

[@mrslake7096]

My steering wheel goes slightly left or right from center ( doesn't stay center ), it's not the tires balance, what is the cause ?

[@abdulhamedalessa5573]

I have accent 2018 new model I have the same noise can be the problem from the same part that's you have changed

[@abdullahbashir8059]

hi sir I have Hyundai accent 2013 the steering wheel automatically turns right And left what can be the problem. I am waiting for your reply THANKYOU

[@Riffman-Music]

Is this the same coupler for a Kia Venga 2, having trouble trying to identify the correct coupler for the Venga, can anyone confirm the correct coupler for a 2010 Kia Venga 2.

[@jfperformanceautorepair8293]

THANKS FOR ALL

[@martinakunzler4686]

Waaay to much talking. Not enough step-by-step video.

[@JS1989x]

Yeah i agree. This should have been a 5 min video. The talking doubled that time.

[@HeydaCarreras]

2008 Elantra with 179,800 miles and still strong as day one. What are doing the people? How they treat their cars?

[@billyjoe7679]

Can you fix my 2012 i40 steering knock??