Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Er Got a scraping noise now when turning steering wheel :eek: Sounds like steering wheel rubbing against steering column ??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bowen 1 Posted March 27, 2015 I get that too, sometimes running a credit card around the small gap between wheel and column gets rid of it. I think its the horn contacts that make the noise. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 27, 2015 Yeah just a bit of dirt trapped on the brass contact is all. Remove Stearing wheel, clean, a touch of silicon grease won't hurt, replace wheel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean_Jaymo 0 Posted March 27, 2015 :shocked!: I NOT putting my hand in there!!! :eek: I ll open bonnet and see if both fans turn is that ok??? Shudder. Well just whole cabin vibrates and its obvious ... Wait for the car to be cool, you'll have no worry of the fans activating then. Turn the fans and if there is any notchy or heavy resistance, get them changed. If you don't want to touch them, use a bit of wood! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 15 Posted March 27, 2015 Wait for the car to be cool, you'll have no worry of the fans activating then. Turn the fans and if there is any notchy or heavy resistance, get them changed. If you don't want to touch them, use a bit of wood! ha ha wayne i dont think sean meant to try it with the engine/fans running lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 15 Posted March 27, 2015 Yeah just a bit of dirt trapped on the brass contact is all. Remove Stearing wheel, clean, a touch of silicon grease won't hurt, replace wheel. ditto above - 5 min fix if you have a large enough socket Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 27, 2015 24mm socket needed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 15 Posted March 27, 2015 24mm socket needed. thats the puppy :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 How to remove wheel? Get grease from motor faxtor? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Get smidge of grease from me, saves you buying a tube of silicone grease. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 27, 2015 Pull off horn cover, taking care not to pull too hard as its connected with a spade connector. Disconnect spade, undo bolt, pull off wheel. Simples! Silicon grease can be got from any motor factors or DIY store mate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 27, 2015 Oh, and make sure the wheels are dead ahead and the steering wheel is centralised before removing. :thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bowen 1 Posted March 27, 2015 I've always struggled getting steering wheels off, corrado was the first car i've done where it just pulls off after nut is undone. I've been sat in cars rocking back and forth holding onto the wheel to try and get them off before :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Copper grease too from motor factor? Any brand? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
delfinis38 1 Posted March 27, 2015 (edited) Copper grease too from motor factor? Any brand? Anything really small tube will last years, motor factors or halfords or ebay... Think I was using carlube grease this morning. Edit that's a lie it was comma. Edited March 27, 2015 by delfinis38 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Fiver + 3 quid :thumb right: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sankysvr6 0 Posted March 27, 2015 Just spray the electrical contact cleaner you've got behind the steering wheel, before you go and start removing. If you do take the steering wheel off just use any normal grease you have. You will only need a little amount, you could even use some Vaseline or a similar product you might have as lubricant. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Whats difference silicon grease and lithium grease for steering wheel / locks / battery terminals? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Should i use copper grease or general grease for battery terminals? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 27, 2015 Silicon grease has a low melting point. Good for anti corrosion and lubrication. Lithium has a high melting point and used for rotating parts that will get hot through friction. Silicon is white and as above, a little like vasaline. Lithium is dark in colour and a bitch to get off interior fabrics! The multi purpose grease you've just bought will be fine for the steering wheel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g0ldf1ng3r 15 Posted March 27, 2015 Oh, and make sure the wheels are dead ahead and the steering wheel is centralised before removing. :thumbleft: its helpful to put a bit of tape on the steering wheel & then on the trim cover behind it, in line with each other, as its easy to get the steering wheel back exactly where it was Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 24mm socket needed. Sorry guys for late reply ...just returned from Manchester round trip... No STALL :thumb right: :dance: Thanks Goldfinger ref socket Thanks Sean - was wondering what socket? Lol Thanks Stuart: I bought grease now - but thanks again :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Wayne, it's looking like a maybe free tomorrow if you want your upgraded loom fitting. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Pull off horn cover, taking care not to pull too hard as its connected with a spade connector. Disconnect spade, undo bolt, pull off wheel. Simples! Silicon grease can be got from any motor factors or DIY store mate. Thanks Sean again! :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 27, 2015 Anything really small tube will last years, motor factors or halfords or ebay... Think I was using carlube grease this morning. Edit that's a lie it was comma. I think Comma s a good brand :) So bought general grease £5 - probably use this on all my bits But its LITHIUM BASED - its ok Wanted the COMMA copper grease - bur at £8 a tub (dont think i use it much) - so bought £3 CARLUBE tube instead - CarLube ok? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
