Thoughts on steering issue

[white_335i]

Hello,

I have an E53 3.0. When I turn the steering to the right, roughly between 2 and 3'o clock position, the steering binds, meaning I have to use a little extra force to turn and it kinda clicks and then turns without any issues. This happens only under load, meaning, if I raise the front end and turn the wheel, I dont run in to the issue.

Little history on the maintenance. The control arms, ball joints, inner/outer tie rod ends and steering hoses were replaced 2000 miles ago. Both front axles were replaced at the same time with GKN units. These were done as preventative maintenance when I bought the truck.

Steering had a little play, so I had also replaced the steering shaft joint and thought that would solve the rough spot. It fixed the play, but the other issue is still there.

Before I start replacing the rack or pump, want to get your thoughts on what it "could" be?

Thanks

[EODguy]

Do you have the dust shield installed on the steering shaft joint still?

If not it does seem to cause a bind that can be turned thru or just back off the turning pressure for a second and if the bind goes away then check the knuckle for dings, dirt, etc.

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[white_335i]

Originally Posted by EODguy

Do you have the dust shield installed on the steering shaft joint still?

If not it does seem to cause a bind that can be turned thru or just back off the turning pressure for a second and if the bind goes away then check the knuckle for dings, dirt, etc.

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Thank you. Are you talking about 5 and 6 in the below link? I believe I have 5 and 6, but they dont cover the joint..

https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=32_1188

[EODguy]

Actually #3 I have seen cracked, which can make the boot get pinched or let crap build up inside the boot.

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