Creaking sounds

[serialdriller]

just curious.. 4 years later... what is the solution to this ? or is there no solution???

[NovakSI]

Unfortunately some of the other rack threads were lost... there are a lot of potential solutions. My favorite one, which I never got to try, is replacing the eps unit with the standard hydraulic PS unit from an RSX. This would fix one issue, which is a lack of consistant lubrication on the rack. Since the ep rack is electric, it doesn't have the benefit of PS fluid flowing through all the time; it just relies on packed grease. Other solutions involve inverted tie rod ends... the latest solution is a tie rod bracket that repositions the rods at the rack - both these solutions aim to put less strain on the rods which should help the rack last longer (and improve handling, reduce bump-steer, etc.). If I still had my ep I would probably start over with a fresh eps rack and the repositioning bracket.

[Rayme]

Unfortunately some of the other rack threads were lost... there are a lot of potential solutions. My favorite one, which I never got to try, is replacing the eps unit with the standard hydraulic PS unit from an RSX. This would fix one issue, which is a lack of consistant lubrication on the rack. Since the ep rack is electric, it doesn't have the benefit of PS fluid flowing through all the time; it just relies on packed grease. Other solutions involve inverted tie rod ends... the latest solution is a tie rod bracket that repositions the rods at the rack - both these solutions aim to put less strain on the rods which should help the rack last longer (and improve handling, reduce bump-steer, etc.). If I still had my ep I would probably start over with a fresh eps rack and the repositioning bracket.

geez where can you buy these brackets..?

I dont have that problem yet and would like it to stay this way

[Unknownally]

This problem just recently started for me. Also, it squeeks when taking off. I think it's the clutch because it happens when I shift.

I'm sure it wasn't my aftermarket springs because I tested it out. I went on bumps and no squeeks. I even rocked my car back and fourth, lol.

[SIMONKEY]

I had the creaking problem a couple of years ago. It started about 6 months after putting on the Mugen SS kit so I thought I was screwed. The the HFP kit came out and I was able to reason with Honda about the issue. Before that they were trying to tell me it was due to lowering the car. Since the HFP kit does approximately the same thing and is made by the same people, they couldn't really argue. After lot's of talking and showing them print-outs from this site, they agreed to replace my steering rack. I haven't had the problem since.

That being said, Honda will make good on this if you press the issue and show that unmodified cars are having the same problem.

[salvatore]

Its the steering rack 100% check my DIY under how to section.