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Pat Martone · 07-25-2013, 05:12 AM

I have installed a new steering wheel, and was careful not to overtighten the column nut, but I find the steering wheel binds a bit and also squeaks a bit, when I turn the wheel. I know that the binding and squeaking is not related to the horn rod, but instead the bottom of the steering wheel is somehow rubbing against something, perhaps the large steering column bushing that has the holes for the steering and control rods. I do not want to go through the process of lowering the steering column again, but was wondering instead if I could try to lubricate the area with some spray-on lithium grease, through the open "slots" where the spark and accelerator rod project through the steering column? I welcome your suggestions; thanks.

07-25-2013, 05:12 AM	#1
Pat Martone Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 495	How do I fix a new steering wheel that squeaks? I have installed a new steering wheel, and was careful not to overtighten the column nut, but I find the steering wheel binds a bit and also squeaks a bit, when I turn the wheel. I know that the binding and squeaking is not related to the horn rod, but instead the bottom of the steering wheel is somehow rubbing against something, perhaps the large steering column bushing that has the holes for the steering and control rods. I do not want to go through the process of lowering the steering column again, but was wondering instead if I could try to lubricate the area with some spray-on lithium grease, through the open "slots" where the spark and accelerator rod project through the steering column? I welcome your suggestions; thanks.