Before I begin I want to let everyone know that I searched for this topic before I posted this, although, if this subject is covered in a part of the forum that I missed, please be nice.

Anyway, when it is cold outside, when I turn the steering wheel, I hear what can best be described as a "chatter" noise. It only occurs when it is cold outside. I thought that it might be something with the steering rack, but I would think that if this were the case, it would make the noise constantly; not just in the cold. Another explination I came up with is maybe something in the strut(s) is making the "chatter".


I would appreciate any help with this.

If I can be more detailed about my problem, just ask.

Thanks

1988 RX7 GXL
non-turbo
about 120,000 miles

 

do you have power steering?

 

Might be your front upper strut mounts...
There's a bearing in there that spins when you turn the wheel (which spin the strut itself).


-Ted

 

If you have power steering, check your fluid. If this doesn't fix it, your upper strut mounts are probably shot and will need to be replaced. I had to do it last year at around this time.

 

Yes, I have power steering and that seems to be fine. I think I'm going to check the upper strut mounts.

Thanks for the help guys (and/or gals)!