the car has a lot of miles but it was from a mechanic who took really good care of it, and it was better on emissions test than even new cars. A few days back I was driving uphill and all of a sudden the speed kept going down even though I was hitting the acclerator, I was over the bump really fast though, and it didn't happen again for the rest of the day. Thats my first problem, secondly the steering wheel feels a little loost in my hands, especially when turning, the wheels turn just fine, its just that the steering feels loose. Does anybody know why this is ?... I'm really worried, I'm a student and I can't afford to spend loads of money on this car, and I really love it, and I'm very worried. Pleaseeee any help/advice would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
2007-07-30 10:26:43 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Jeep
Tie rod ends are not expensive. Have some one wiggle the steering wheel side to side and watch the steering rod ends for slack. and loss of power on hills might be a fuel filter. Purchased a old car from a mechanic? I can tell you we mechanics can get the very most miles out of our cars because we pull them into the shop and oil change grease and inspect them often. Student's should drive newer cars to keep there minds on getting grade point average and learn all you can so you don't have to be a Mechanic like me...Unles you want to!
2007-07-30 10:41:46 · answer #1 · answered by John Paul 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have a 89 jeep Cherokee Laredo. Does the very same thing. if you give it to much gas while going up hill you cause the transmission to not want to change gears. To much pressure on the engine and the transmission senses it and prevents the trany from shifting. Because the second it shifts with your foot on the floor it will rev up high and give you a jerk . Which can cause some damage. The steering box on mine was worn out because it was off road a lot and put under a lot of stress. The gears and bearings get stretched out and loose their tightness. And good for you for loving it. It will last a long time if you take good care of it.
2007-07-30 14:08:38 · answer #2 · answered by Takarie K 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would guess the mileage and wear would answer the question about the steering, but as to what is worn I can't tell without seeing it. I'd take it in and have it looked at. I wouldn't worry about the uphill problem unless it repeats, it just sounds like it was slow to downshift.
2007-07-30 10:34:00 · answer #3 · answered by oklatom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the exhaust system, radiator, fuel pump and spark plugs are actually more minor parts of the engine. you should be more worried about how well the engine itself is. and 137k miles? eeehhh I dont know know...the car is 11 yrs old how much are they asking? Also, you have to think about economy, a Jeep is pretty hard onthe gas are you going to have the $$ for a vehicle that has a bigger tank and lower fuel economy like that - when youre in college?
2016-05-18 00:30:12 · answer #4 · answered by leta 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it sure is the steering box with the milage and such.
Its time to look for a new steering box.They get dirt and grim from the road and wear into the seals causing it to do what you where saying.
2007-07-31 08:29:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the steering box. I have had several and the conditions you are mentioning are common with aged Jeeps.
2007-07-31 03:09:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1st pull horn off steering wheel and tighten nut that holds steering wheel on. 2ndly check tie rod ends on back of spindle. 3rd and most importantly JEEP stands for Just Empty Every Pocket. cheaper if you do it yourself. good luck.
2007-07-30 10:43:30 · answer #7 · answered by mclass920 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋