I have the exact same problem, but my car is lowered, should I put back the
stock springs on and take it to dealer? I still have warranty.

Thanks.

"JP" <jpan_home@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> Hi,
>
> I have a 2002 Honda Civic SiR (or Si in US), and it has been having
> steering problems:
>
> on launching, or at low speeds when the throttle is applied, there is
> a creaking sound coming from inside the dash. The sound is similar to
> an old door opening where the hinges need oil. Some times it is
> particularly loud and at others just a slight screech.
>
> I took it in to the dealership 6 months ago (under full warranty) and
> they told me it was the clutch rubbing the wrong thing and they told
> me they fixed it. The problem came back eventually but it was fairly
> minor and I just left it alone. However, last week the problem became
> extremely loud, and got me really worried about the part.
>
> I took it back to the dealership, and they told me that I needed to
> replace the steering rack, and the whole thing will cost about
> $2000CDN since the car is no longer under full warranty. I simply
> can't afford that, so I'm planning to ignore the problem until
> something seriouly breaks and I absolutely have to fix the car.
>
> Now, what's your opinion on this problem? Is there anything I can do?
> Please help! Thank you!
>
> James