Review on 🔧 Enhanced APDTY 112837 Steering Column Coupler: Noise-free & Flexible Rubber Design for Smooth Operation by Joseph Mannasseh

I hate my car. Hate is not a strong word to express my contempt and disgust for my 2012 Hyundai Sonata. And just when I thought my hatred of this car couldn't get any greater, I found it amplified by the distinct 'click' noise and weird steering I was just beginning to experience. Through internet research I was able to determine that the MDPS bushing/coupling may have disintegrated in the motor housing. The solution was to buy this little star part for about $5. great you say Expect a surprise from the dealer, who will charge you between $200 and $400 for installation. That is, unless you happen to be covered by Hyundai's "extended" warranty on that part (ten years or 100,000 miles). Needless to say, my mileage was above that. Oh, and this is something that fails quite often in Hyundai and Kia vehicles from what I've read online. i love you hyundai But I digress. After watching many movies online about how to replace a part yourself, I thought I'd give it a try. I'm not a mechanic in any way. However, I could routinely service my cars to keep them in good condition (my late, beloved 2000 Chevrolet S-10 pickup had nearly 400,000 miles on it when it finally breathed its last). But other than that, I don't have much special knowledge (or interest) in messing around with my machines. I mention this to say that replacing this small part is not going to be as horrible as it might seem at first glance. Here's what I suggest: 1. Watch a few different videos online on how to replace a part. BUT, remember that not all videos are created equal and neither are cars created equal. Some videos show that you practically have to disassemble and / or remove the steering column. Others don't. So check out a few different ones to get a general idea of what you're looking for and how to handle each build when you come across it. In my case, all I had to do was remove part of the interior trim, disconnect some wiring harnesses and remove the steering column in the driver's side area where the steering wheel rested on the seat. Nothing more.2. Have the right tools ready. You will need a set of metric sockets and a Torx T30 socket or screwdriver (the socket is much easier to use). I found out about it by watching the video and went to the hardware store to buy it before starting the project. It's good that I did. Have a small brush and compressed air ready to clean the motor of any loose parts before replacing the part. This is extremely important. Be sure to disconnect the battery before removing any cables.3. Before starting work, clean your workplace. Work methodically and keep the screws for the different parts together. Be careful when disconnecting any of the wire harnesses BEFORE dropping the steering column. Lay out the removed pieces in an order that you can follow in reverse order to put them back together. I think if you consider some of my suggestions you won't have big problems with this small project. I was able to complete the entire process in less than two hours (a person with automotive knowledge could do it in much less time). I only had a frayed joint and I never sweared during this surgery because it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. A great accomplishment if you've ever seen me deal with car problems in the past. I don't have much to say about the APDTY part at the moment. The company has one of the best videos on the web showing how to replace a part. It fits perfectly in the engine case. My only concern is that I hope this is the latest version of the part and not a direct OEM copy of a defective part that has gone to pieces. Attached is a photo of the engine and parts. Much luck!