Squeaky noise

[Beresford]

I own a LHD 220TE estate yr '94.w124.155,00km

My wife and i purchased this car 4 weeks ago and it is a pleasure to drive and an extremely solid car.We are on the whole v.v.happy!
However after going on the first long run (150km) the steering developed a rubber squeaky noise when in use.After reading some previous threads i applied some WD40 to the steering column of which has solved the squeak.
However i have now noticed on the front drivers side a further squeak which maybe associated with the steering but sounds like it could be the bushes?
Beacause it occurs when going over bumps as well as turning the steering.
I have checked all levels and they seem fine.

Any experience that can be shared will be much appreciated.

Best Beresford

 

[dave1964]

squeak.

Hi, I have a 300E and had the same squeaking noise. I found out that it was the lower suspension ball joint. I replaced that one then found that the other side noisey also.

 

[Beresford]

Squeak

How much did theball joint cost you?

 

[dave1964]

sorry about delay, working!!! ball joint cost under £10. But it's a pig to fit, needing a press and coil spring compressors. You have to make sure the lower susp arms are refitted back in the same place as they are adjustable. best of luck, mate.

 

[dave1964]

By the way I forgot to say I got it from german swedish and french!