Worrying steering/engine problem!
Posted: September 30th, 2005, 7:35 am
Hey guys, first time poster here, just got my 95 v6 (uk) MX-3 about a month ago, but the car has developed a worrying problem.
Basically, when I pull away from T-Junctions (i.e. i pull away from low revs and with the steering wheel turned) there is a fast knocking noise which gets quicker as the revs rise, then disappears. it lasts only a second or two as I initially pull away. I cant feel any vibrations through the wheel, but the fact that it doesnt happen when i pull away in a straight line is leading me to think it is a PAS problem??
Has anyone had any experience of a similar problem or have any suggestions of things to check? I am a relatively experienced DIY'er when it comes to cars (i owned a classic mini previously which seemed to break down every weekend - but I have now switched to a proper car!)
thanks
Andy
Basically, when I pull away from T-Junctions (i.e. i pull away from low revs and with the steering wheel turned) there is a fast knocking noise which gets quicker as the revs rise, then disappears. it lasts only a second or two as I initially pull away. I cant feel any vibrations through the wheel, but the fact that it doesnt happen when i pull away in a straight line is leading me to think it is a PAS problem??
Has anyone had any experience of a similar problem or have any suggestions of things to check? I am a relatively experienced DIY'er when it comes to cars (i owned a classic mini previously which seemed to break down every weekend - but I have now switched to a proper car!)
thanks
Andy