Mercedes Benz

Steering - Squeaking Noise From Column on Bumps SI M32 01 05 Steering and Wheel Alignment March 2005 Technical Service SUBJECT Steering Column Noise MODEL R50 (Cooper) and R53 (Cooper S) SITUATION Customer may complain of a distinct squeaking noise heard from the top of steering column when the vehicle is driven over bumps or when the steering wheel is turned. PROCEDURE Verify the customer complaint. Proceed with the following instructions only afier the customer complaint has been verified. 1. Remove the upper section of steering column trim. See Repair Instruction 32 31 004. 2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R50) L4-1.6L (W10) Page 100 2. Apply one piece of felt tape on to the upper steering column area (1). 3. Remove the lower section of steering column trim. See Repair Instruction 32 31 020. 4. Apply one piece of felt tape on to the lower steering column area (2). NOTES Do not replace the steering column for the above situation. If the steering column has to be replaced for other reasons, ...