Not sure what sound the steering damper makes but another member describes it as a grinding noise.
Originally Posted by 04Fire
I've put almost 7k on the new damper... from JoelTLC... and it's already shot and now makes a horrible grinding noise every time I turn the wheel at low speeds. So needless to say it needs to be replaced... so does anyone recommend or know of a different brand with a little longer life span? I know it's only $30 but gees.
The steering damper is on the very bottom of the car about a foot in front of the instrument cluster. Very easy to check.