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How much does Flex Coupling-Steering Damper Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Flex Coupling-Steering Damper Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2013 Ford C-Max$261$115.18$145.99-17%$222.68
2013 Toyota Land Cruiser$334$115.18$218.98-20%$276.43
2009 Volkswagen CC$524$305.00$218.98-12%$466.25
2014 Lincoln MKS$422$115.18$306.57-23%$340.93
2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport$422$115.18$306.57-23%$340.93
2015 Porsche Panamera$334$115.18$218.98-20%$276.43

Flex Coupling-Steering Damper Replacement Service

What is the Flex Coupling-Steering Damper all about?

When you are driving, vibrations that result from wheel contact with the road moves through the suspension, steering components, and eventually the steering column. The flex coupling incorporates a rubber disc that absorbs excess vibrations that make your vehicle hard to handle or cause driver fatigue. Without the flex coupling, the vibrations you would feel in the steering wheel would make your hands and arms tired and sore after just a short time interval. In addition to vibration dampening, the flex coupling enables the steering column to turn freely even when it isn’t completely straight. A universal joint is designed into the flex coupling that allows your steering column to rotate freely while being at an angle due to suspension travel. If the steering damper is damaged or worn, you will feel more road vibration in the steering wheel. If the flex coupling portion comes loose, your steering will be less responsive to small side-to-side movements and feel jerky.

Keep in mind:

  • Symptoms from several other vehicle problems can mimic those of a loose or binding flex coupling. Be sure to have one of our expert technicians diagnose your vehicle’s flex coupling before replacement.
  • If your flex coupling is binding, it can pose a potentially severe steering issue including loss of control.

How it's done:

  • The faulty flex coupling steering damper is identified
  • The defective flex coupling is removed
  • The new flex coupling is installed
  • The battery is reconnected and radio is reset
  • The steering is checked for proper operation

Our recommendation:

It is likely your flex coupling will need repair during the course of its lifetime. Whenever steering or suspension work is performed, have the flex coupling checked as well. If your flex coupling is worn or seizing up, it needs to be replaced for optimal vehicle handling and safety.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Flex Coupling-Steering Damper?

  • Clunking noise in the steering when turning side to side
  • Steering wheel doesn’t readily turn back to the center position
  • Steering feels like it locks up when turning intermittently

How important is this service?

Steering is one of the most important functions of your vehicle. If you cannot properly direct your vehicle where you want it to go, it will pose a danger to passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians. Have your failing flex coupling or steering damper replaced immediately.


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Horus

12 years of experience
122 reviews
Horus
12 years of experience
Hyundai Veloster L4-1.6L - Flex Coupling-Steering Damper - San Antonio, Texas
Horus is professional and informative about the mechanical Services he is performing.

Jeshua

8 years of experience
131 reviews
Jeshua
8 years of experience
Kia Optima L4-2.0L Turbo - Flex Coupling-Steering Damper - Sarasota, Florida
Excellent service. Very knowledgeable. Very passionate about his job.

Horus

12 years of experience
122 reviews
Horus
12 years of experience
Hyundai Sonata L4-2.4L - Flex Coupling-Steering Damper - San Antonio, Texas
Horus was great. He was prompt and thorough. Great customer service.

Michael

17 years of experience
606 reviews
Michael
17 years of experience
Hyundai Sonata L4-2.4L - Flex Coupling-Steering Damper - Atlanta, Georgia
Awesome first experience. Would definitely recommend

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