1994 Cadillac Deville Thumping Sound & Catch In Steerin

1994 CADILLAC DEVILLE
129,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DAVEOF88
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I have a 1994 Cadillac Deville; awesome car. One problem - when I turn it to the left, it makes a slight thump sound and I feel like a catch for a brief moment. After getting past that point (which I haven't had a problem doing, so far), it steers and sounds normally.

When turning back to the right, it's non-existent. It only does it once you start turning to the left. For example: after turning right, once you begin to turn the wheel back to the left, it happens. Doesn't matter if you're recovering from a turn or simply keeping it in the road. It only happens when you begin to turn to the left.

Please help, I don't trust driving it in this condition - at least until I understand more about the issue. Thanks!
Sep 1, 2010 at 6:16 AM
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FACTORYJACK
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Something may be loose or worn in the front end, or possibly a steering gear mounting problem, like a loose/missing bolt or broken mount. Can you duplicate it when stationary and turning back and forth, you may be able to locate it with aid of a second person.
Sep 2, 2010 at 8:45 PM
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