1997 Hyundai Tiburon steering wheel jumps while driving

GEARS6663

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1997 HYUNDAI TIBURON
4 CYL
FWD
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230,700 MILES

K so while I'm driving down the road the steering wheel jumps to the left and back again when it goes back it pulls hard to the left after it comes back it slightly pulls to the right can you tell me what the problem is please

Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 9:47 AM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Does this only happen when you apply the brakes? Have you checked all steering components?

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Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 10:22 AM

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No I find it happens more when I hit the gas it also does it when I'm just coasting.

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Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 10:39 AM

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Sorry I thought I would add that it happens no matter what but happens more often when I hit the gas and while im coasting.

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Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 10:40 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Check all steering components and make sure there isn't a stuck brake caliper.

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Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 10:51 AM

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Ok I will check that how would I know if the caliper is stuck?
Also could it have something to do with the steering box or a bent control arm?

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Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 10:56 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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It could deal with both of them. As far as the brakes, safely lift and support the front of the vehicle. See if both wheels turn without a heavy drag.

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Thursday, March 27th, 2014 AT 10:59 AM

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