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According to many mechanics and technicians I know, WD-40 is not a lubricant, it is a solvent and it�s lubricating properties evaporate.
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I spent a week applying steady pressure to it at stop lights and finally it worked its way free.
Hello all,
I noticed my 02-996tt steering wheel telescope function does not lock.
I took a look under the dash and this is what I saw. The rod touches that end piece. Then nothing happens. Can someone guide me as to what should happen.
It looks a little corroded...Have you tried a little WD-40 (or other solvent) and some lubrication (a little grease)? I'd try that first, and go from there. Whatever you do, don't force anything. Good luck
I had a similar issue (lever would not unlock). I spent a week applying steady pressure to it at stop lights and finally it worked its way free. Telescopic steering wheel worked after probably being in the same position for 20 years!!!
My next issue was that I could not lock the lever. I took a good look at the spring mechanism and decided it needed a little lubrication. A couple squirts of WD-40 and 5 minutes of engaging/disengaging the lever was all it took to bring back 100% functionality.
It may be helpful in loosening things up, but for lubrication, maybe try a different product? According to many mechanics and technicians I know, WD-40 is not a lubricant, it is a solvent and it�s lubricating properties evaporate. Lots of other options: Triflow is good stuff in a spot like this.
Reviving an old thread. Just purchased my car and the telescoping lever under the wheel was laying in the front trunk. Can anyone provide a link to a parts breakdown of how it is supposed to assembled? And how it is supposed to operate? I think I am missing some springs etc and would like to get it working.
Thank you
Thank you very much! Exactly what I was looking for. Do you just rotate the lever to push the plunger in to get the telescopic adjustment? Now I need to find out where to get the missing parts....!
This is what is available from the dealer, looks like it wont help.
https://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-...section=403-05
Call dc auto or la dismantler for a used assemebly.
If you are in the U.S.just pay for shipping and it’s yours.I would remove the universal joint and the short shaft for a more compact package. Regards -Mike-
