Sterring Wheel "whistle" Problem

[Rulis]

I hear a whistle like sound (like something rubbing) when i am turning on my 07 Tahoe. Is really annoying and it seems like is coming from where the steering wheel is connected. It usually happens when i am traveling slow (like in a parking lot) and it happens when the truck warms up. If anybody knows what causes this noise, please let me know. Thank you.

 

[sumo]

hmm can you capture it in a vid? Might help us understand better. Welcome aboard btw

 

[GM Customer Service]

Rulis,

It may be an issue with the steering column. This is just a suggestion, not a diagnosis. Does the noise only occur at slower speeds?

Louis
GM Customer Service

 

[RydnDrty]

My '07 Silverado used to do this....traded it in before I figured it out....

 

[RoHoe09]

http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=37226

 

[Big Bad Allis]

Might just need some lube

 

[Rulis]

Rulis,

It may be an issue with the steering column. This is just a suggestion, not a diagnosis. Does the noise only occur at slower speeds?

Louis
GM Customer Service

Yes it only happens when turning in low speeds. I also have an 04 impala and does the same thing but it is a bit louder. When i started noticing the noise on my impala it was quite and only happened occasionally and also in low speeds. Overtime it got louder (not extremely but more noticeable and you cant hear it with your windows down or with music on) and more frequent to everyday occurring. I am thinking is the same problem an overtime is going to a bit louder and more frequent.

If it is a column problem will it be expensive to fix?

I am thinking it is a column problem because i googled it and many other forums who experienced the same problem said it was something to do with the steering column.

ps Thank you all for your feedback and welcome.

 

[KMeloney]

I've got the same issue here.

Sounds like it's right in the dash area, not behind the firewall (although I can't be sure). Kind of a rubbing/whirring noise...

 

[K_ddsl]

Add me to the list. Same symptoms.

 

[ryanls1]

+1 For me as well

 

[finman]

i hear it as well on a 2007 GMC Yukon XL 85k miles

 

[GM Customer Service]

Rulis,

Pricing can vary by dealer and location. I must specify though, I am not a technician. The information I offered was just a suggestion, not a diagnosis. I encourage you to have the vehicle inspected by a certified technician. They will be able to offer additional information and a quote for repair.

Please keep us posted.

Louis
GM Customer Service

 

[Big Bad Allis]

I have had two vehicles with a sounds like described. On my 2007 Buick Lucerne company car it was just some rubbing that they lubed, On my 2006 GMC Sierra it was something mechanical. I don't have the repair orders any more to see exactly what it was, but it was covered under warranty. The reason you would hear the noise while going slower is because it's over all quieter and you don't turn the wheel very fast over and over while going faster.

 

[Bossy70]

Mine noise ended up being steering gear box.
Dealership first replaced upper intermediate shaft, retaining clip, clock spring, and some airbag module.
Got the stethoscope out and replaced the steering gear box and no noise now for 3 weeks.

 

[KMeloney]

Mine noise ended up being steering gear box.
Dealership first replaced upper intermediate shaft, retaining clip, clock spring, and some airbag module.
Got the stethoscope out and replaced the steering gear box and no noise now for 3 weeks.

Thanks for that response/update. I really need to get mine in for this fix.

 

[1Agerry]

Welcome!