What is this clicking noise?

Richmondo

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Oct 27, 2015
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Hoping someone can help me out :)

I've noticed a clicking noise coming from the passenger side wheel arch/engine bay area... It only seems to happen if the wheel is on full lock (turning right when stationary and driving) and I've attached a video showing it...

My car is lowered on KW DDC Coilovers just in case that makes a difference and it's a 64 plate with 10,000 miles...

Thanks in advance...

https://video-amt2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t42.1790-2/13416571_806296326174226_1759764617_n.mp4?efg=eyJybHIiOjQ4MCwicmxhIjo1MTIsInZlbmNvZGVfdGFnIjoic3ZlX3NkIn0%3D&rl=480&vabr=267&oh=b210ede51243320dd02db25891197334&oe=575994AE
 
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Richmondo

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Oct 27, 2015
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Yeah, the car is running - I wouldn't be able to move the steering wheel if it wasn't, would I??

It's not normally that quiet - it randomly makes a loud click sometimes which can be clearly heard inside the car... surely this can't be normal?
 
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BigfatPaulie

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Sep 18, 2013
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Nottingham
Of course you can move the wheel without it running !!!!!

Id try it on the opposite lock, see if the noise swaps sides... although it could be that there is only one bypass valve, but you should hear the same noise - if so thats the job done.

I wouldn't loose sleep over it, but get it checked at a dealer for peace of mind.
 

Richmondo

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Oct 27, 2015
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Alright, chill out... always thought when the car key is out the ignition, the steering wheel locks up.

I've tested it both sides and it only makes the noise when i'm turning right.
 
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