Guys, I need your advice or some info.
Looks like I need a new steering rack.
After about 40min of driving or 20-30min in standstill traffic (when engine is up to it's full temp so the suspension/steering because of all that heat) you can hear really annoying squeaking noise just in the corners , bottom of the windscreen.
Not so noticeable when driving 50mph+. Other than that, almost every little bump, even in a standstill when turning the wheels, or when driving veeeery slowly on uneven road.
Are they repairable without full recon?? (take out, change worn out/squeaky ends, put it back)
How much does the new one costs??
Is it worth buying a low mileage one (will need to really be assured its a low milage)??
Does it really takes 4-5 hours to change it??
How about reconditioning?? It still costs around 300 but not having a car for a week is something I don't like at all
What guys do you know about this issue on D3s??
Any info grately appreciated as always
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2006 D3 S8 5.2 V10
Ceramic Brakes, Bang&Olufsen, DTV, DAB, Rear Camera, BT, TPMS, Soft Close, Auto Boot, AMI , 4 Zone AC, Home Link, All Electric Blinds, Fingerprint, Ski Hatch, Black Extended Leather, Heated Sport Seats, Alacantra, Carbon Trim inc Aluminium Pack 2.
2015 A3 S line 1.4 TFSI - for the missus to keep her away from my car.
Standard S-line equipment, no extras.
2006 D3 A8 3.7 V8 - SOLD but not forgotten