After doing research about the steering column making a clicking sound when turning the steering wheel, we found this was the item that was likely needed for our 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2 mechanics wanted to do a lot of unecessary work which they THOUGHT was the problem (motor mounts, shocks, some kind of belt inside the steering column, and the suspension). I referred them to my online research but because they had never heard of a Flexible Steering Coupler. I tried to explain that it IS an unusual item and there was even a recall on it. I guess because I am a SMALL WOMAN both mechanics refused to hear what I was talking about and insisted that it had to be something else. I finally found the last mechanic who has a LOT of female clients. I explained my research and he asked me to send him my links. I did. He then asked if I knew where to find the Steering Coupler. I pulled it out of my purse and handed it to him. He was fair and let me know he would do what I requested but because he was unfamiliar with the part he couldn't guarantee it would fix the clicking noise. I told him... that's fair let's see what happens then. He also said if the clicking didn't go away he would call me before investigating the clicking sound further. I told him again.. that's also fair!! He fixed it in one day, thanked me for the Youtube instruction on how to take apart and put back together the steering column (because he got stuck trying to reassemble, but the video helped it line it up right and though he had to start from scratch it was easier after looking at the video), and gave me a good price because I got the Steering Coupler which he couldn't find in his parts database. He communicated well wth me... was fair and didn't try to gouge me on the prices and unecessary repairs... and was FAIR about not being famliar with the issue with my car. Yes, I will be going back to him. He listened and open about the process. Yes, I will be referring other WOMEN to him. Smile!!! GREAT PRICE on this item. Thanks guys.
A couple of months ago I started noticing a couple of things with the steering in my 2012 Veloster. When rotating the steering wheel at very slow speeds, like in a parking lot, it would hear clunking noises each time I rotated the wheel in the opposite direction. Also, at highways speeds there would be a little bit of a dead zone to keep the wheels centered on the road and I had to constantly chase the steering left and right to keep going straight on the road. If you're handy with cars, you should be able to get this job done in 1 or 2 hours. When I took out my old flexible coupler from the motor, it wasn't completely destroyed like a lot of the pictures I've seen on the web, but half of the teeth were crushed pretty good and there were a few small pieces of rubber loose in the motor. Replacing the coupler solved my steering wheel noises and stiffened up the steering center at high speeds.
I didn't have to undo any wiring (except negative battery cable clamp just in case), was able to do it all with the wiring attached, so I did not have to worry about codes, since that had been mentioned elsewhere. I think the worst part of it was reaching the back screw on the motor, and then trying to get the steering column back up on the hangar, since you have so many joints that do not want to be cooperative. But otherwise I did this in the semi-dark one evening with very minimum tools. This part worked perfect and the steering silent and tight again!
Part came is described. Fortunately, while preparing to install it via internet searches, I found out about Campaign/Recall TXX7 in the US that extends the warranty on this. I will have the dealer do all the work fixing this on my 90k mile Sonata at no charge instead!
If you aren't very handy and at least a little bit resourceful take it to the shop. It took probably half an hour to replace this thing and for the most part, I was working blindly in an area I couldn't even see, but had to feel for whether not i was doing it correctly. Look at the "people who bought this also bought this" section of the ad... You'll want to get those too. (seriously) In the end, worked as expected, the price was great and shipping was fast.
It was a lot of work to get to the old part to remove and install this coupling. I finally got to the old destroyed coupling andcleaned out the remains of the old and installed the new one. Fixed the problem and saved hundreds of dollars.
This worked great for my sonatas steering noise however it was difficult to install. I followed a YouTube video which helped a ton. A dealer will need to reset the airbag code once it gets disconnected to install this coupling.
Exactly what I needed for my 2012 Hyundai Sonata to fix that dreaded clicking noise. Attempted to fix it without dropping the steering column, but in the end it was much easier to reach the motor with it dropped. Saved about $400 fixing it at home.
Save me $490 from having Hyundai do the repair. Took me about 3 hours to get the motor out from under the dash and get the new part in. Works perfect!!!
Natalie Swinson
Fair Repair!
After doing research about the steering column making a clicking sound when turning the steering wheel, we found this was the item that was likely needed for our 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2 mechanics wanted to do a lot of unecessary work which they THOUGHT was the problem (motor mounts, shocks, some kind of belt inside the steering column, and the suspension). I referred them to my online research but because they had never heard of a Flexible Steering Coupler. I tried to explain that it IS an unusual item and there was even a recall on it. I guess because I am a SMALL WOMAN both mechanics refused to hear what I was talking about and insisted that it had to be something else. I finally found the last mechanic who has a LOT of female clients. I explained my research and he asked me to send him my links. I did. He then asked if I knew where to find the Steering Coupler. I pulled it out of my purse and handed it to him. He was fair and let me know he would do what I requested but because he was unfamiliar with the part he couldn't guarantee it would fix the clicking noise. I told him... that's fair let's see what happens then. He also said if the clicking didn't go away he would call me before investigating the clicking sound further. I told him again.. that's also fair!! He fixed it in one day, thanked me for the Youtube instruction on how to take apart and put back together the steering column (because he got stuck trying to reassemble, but the video helped it line it up right and though he had to start from scratch it was easier after looking at the video), and gave me a good price because I got the Steering Coupler which he couldn't find in his parts database. He communicated well wth me... was fair and didn't try to gouge me on the prices and unecessary repairs... and was FAIR about not being famliar with the issue with my car. Yes, I will be going back to him. He listened and open about the process. Yes, I will be referring other WOMEN to him. Smile!!! GREAT PRICE on this item. Thanks guys.
Cristy Ranae Culler
Fixed my steering issues
A couple of months ago I started noticing a couple of things with the steering in my 2012 Veloster. When rotating the steering wheel at very slow speeds, like in a parking lot, it would hear clunking noises each time I rotated the wheel in the opposite direction. Also, at highways speeds there would be a little bit of a dead zone to keep the wheels centered on the road and I had to constantly chase the steering left and right to keep going straight on the road. If you're handy with cars, you should be able to get this job done in 1 or 2 hours. When I took out my old flexible coupler from the motor, it wasn't completely destroyed like a lot of the pictures I've seen on the web, but half of the teeth were crushed pretty good and there were a few small pieces of rubber loose in the motor. Replacing the coupler solved my steering wheel noises and stiffened up the steering center at high speeds.
Shaira Fernandez David
fixed the clunk in a 2013 Sonata
I didn't have to undo any wiring (except negative battery cable clamp just in case), was able to do it all with the wiring attached, so I did not have to worry about codes, since that had been mentioned elsewhere. I think the worst part of it was reaching the back screw on the motor, and then trying to get the steering column back up on the hangar, since you have so many joints that do not want to be cooperative. But otherwise I did this in the semi-dark one evening with very minimum tools. This part worked perfect and the steering silent and tight again!
Nikki Darling
For US cars, check for recall before getting this!
Part came is described. Fortunately, while preparing to install it via internet searches, I found out about Campaign/Recall TXX7 in the US that extends the warranty on this. I will have the dealer do all the work fixing this on my 90k mile Sonata at no charge instead!
Océane Beauregard
Saved me hundreds! DIFFICULT to install
If you aren't very handy and at least a little bit resourceful take it to the shop. It took probably half an hour to replace this thing and for the most part, I was working blindly in an area I couldn't even see, but had to feel for whether not i was doing it correctly. Look at the "people who bought this also bought this" section of the ad... You'll want to get those too. (seriously) In the end, worked as expected, the price was great and shipping was fast.
Mamakanneh Momoh Karsie
Works Like the original
It was a lot of work to get to the old part to remove and install this coupling. I finally got to the old destroyed coupling andcleaned out the remains of the old and installed the new one. Fixed the problem and saved hundreds of dollars.
Amy Thurman
Fixed my problem, complicated installation.
This worked great for my sonatas steering noise however it was difficult to install. I followed a YouTube video which helped a ton. A dealer will need to reset the airbag code once it gets disconnected to install this coupling.
Yhumie Arevalo Chavez
Ended the clicking in my 2012 Sonata
Exactly what I needed for my 2012 Hyundai Sonata to fix that dreaded clicking noise. Attempted to fix it without dropping the steering column, but in the end it was much easier to reach the motor with it dropped. Saved about $400 fixing it at home.
Joel Niedo
Works perfect!!
Save me $490 from having Hyundai do the repair. Took me about 3 hours to get the motor out from under the dash and get the new part in. Works perfect!!!
Amber Hawkins
Just like factory
Fit just like factory on my 2013 Hyundai Sonata.Fixed my steering click.