rav4 steering wheel noise

[jennifer666]

My 2006 RAV now makes a crunching or popping sound when turning right at low speeds. There is no play in my steering struts but I get lots of feedback through the steering wheel. The internet is full of reports of this noise and people keep on refering to a TSB which describes the problem.

Can any one send me a copy of the TSB?

Do Australian dealers know of this or is it just overseas people?

Is it safe?

[Dead]

Technical Service Bulletin. I can't seem to find anything though, but thought I'd at least have a stab at helping.

Hmmm. From the research I just did, I've found that these cars don't have a power steering pump. Apparently they are electric driven. Interesting. See what a few dealers say on the issue. Where abouts are you located?

Additionally, how is your radio?

[pinzvidz]

Sounds like your clockspring might be shagged (curled up ribbon cable for the airbag). Is your airbag light on? Yes, these are electric power steering - basically an oversized wiper motor that sits on the steering column. Just take it to a Toyota dealer and get it fixed whilst it's in warranty.