hoonami

on my 06 rx400h, telescope steering wheel started making noise when it gets colder. everything works fine but this noise is getting on my nerve. anyone have this issue? diy/write up would be greatly appreciated. thanks.

ac921ol

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No idea on the noise, are you able to track it down some. Does it happen when you adjust the wheel? Some simple lubrication possibly?

802.11b

It it like a clicking noise? I've started to experience that on occasion.

hoonami

i haven't had chance to take it apart yet, and it is loud motor noise. i am hoping it is simple lubrication.

JLSC

My telescopic motor is also much noisier when it's cold. Sort of sounds like the motor is struggling under a heavier load. I've tried lubrication/grease but that didn't make any difference. Not sure what the problem is and the dealer didn't seem to think it could be repaired. I didn't ask for the replacement cost but I'm sure it will be a few bucks.

hoonami

did you lube it yourself? or had the dealer work on it?
if you've done it yourself, did you find where noise was coming from? when did you get it lubed?

JLSC

I did the lube about a year ago, and just did whatever gears I could see after removing the steering column covers. Not sure if shims or anything else can be done. Thought I saw a thread somewhere on that but couldn't find it back.

hoonami

which lubricant did you apply?