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Car randomly steers sideways.

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Old 11-08-2013, 02:33 AM
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Car randomly steers sideways.

Hi guys.

When driving 60 km/h and higher the car suddenly steers sideways, it is a eerie feeling when the car just go sideways.

I checked the power steering pump and I cant see any leaks or anything.

The research show, it can be the steering rack, or a increase in the height on the back shocks ( I replaced it with Monroe suspension)

Not really sure what it can be.

Any input will be much appreciated.

Warm Regards

Stef

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Old 11-08-2013, 08:26 AM
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check your bushings, tie rods, ball joints, steering rack mounts, sway bar links. Something is worn or very loose.

Could be bump steer if you have worn shocks or a broken spring http://autos.yahoo.com/maintain/repa...ques108_3.html

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Have you had a wheel alignment lately ? Excess toe in?
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I suspect you have a worn tie rod or other front suspension bushing. Check them for looseness. You can replace them yourself rather easily.. I found that the wear creeps up on you slowly. You notice a bit of knocking over bumps but then you notice the tire wear!
I have learned my lesson: always check the bushings on tire change..

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