i have a 78 cj7, the steering wonders so much its hard to keep on the road.
2006-09-03 01:58:37 · 14 answers · asked by dtree 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Raise vehicle and check all steering and suspension components and repair the ones that are loose. Ball joints,tie rods,idler arms,wheel bearings and the steering gear box are all parts that can contribute to a loose feel in your steering.Begin with a thorough inspection.
2006-09-03 02:06:37 · answer #1 · answered by Iknowthisone 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know I had a pathfinder yesterday at the shop and I thought the rear suspension was broken the wander was that bad no weird noises however. WHAT it turned out to be over 65 psi in the tires that were installed by some one with a malfunctioning tire pressure Gage. I work for Nissan and lately people bring in cars with max pressure there excuse it says 50 psi on the tire? that tire spec is max weight pressure not manufactures recommended pressure which is almost always between 28 and 36 psi
2006-09-03 02:11:22 · answer #2 · answered by John Paul 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to be either steering gear play,tie rod ends worn,low tire pressure,worn shock absorbers,many possibilities,start by mechanical inspection of front steering and suspension.
2006-09-03 09:07:29 · answer #3 · answered by krunchnik 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try installing a steering dampner if you don't have one already, play with your tire pressures, have your suspension checked for loose parts , have the alignment checked, you didn't do anything foolish like increase the tire size did you , that could have changed the scrub angle and or the toe , or worse did have your jeep lifted.
2006-09-03 02:52:05 · answer #4 · answered by zak_z 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
John Paul and Iknowthisone gave the best answers. I have little to add except NOW would be a good time.
2006-09-03 02:15:42 · answer #5 · answered by Ironball 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check your tie rod ends and your wheel bearings for proper adjustment if that dont help it could be in the steering box
2006-09-03 02:01:29 · answer #6 · answered by trickmatty09 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you're in desperate need of a wheel alignment.
2006-09-03 02:00:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
raise front of jeep and push and pull on both wheels. you are going to have excessive play at tie rod ends ,pitman arm etc.
2006-09-03 02:07:51 · answer #8 · answered by mikebrennan_us 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you get the alignment of your car checked out.
2006-09-03 02:01:02 · answer #9 · answered by whackiejackies 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure your tires are good and the same size and brand , aliment next should due it
2006-09-03 02:13:20 · answer #10 · answered by foothill4fun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋