Loose or play in steering wheel when turning steering wheel

Tiny
MAILMD32217
  • MEMBER
  • 1998 ACURA CL
  • 3.0L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 153,000 MILES
Greetings 2CarPros,

When I make a right turn while driving to turn right onto a different street, the steering wheel has a little bit of play when the steering wheel is turned to the far right. I feel and hear something that is loose fitting from the front suspension. What is it likely to be and how should I diagnose and repair the part in question?

M D
Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 7:31 PM

1 Reply

Tiny
KEN L
  • MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
  • 48,363 POSTS
Hello,

It sounds like you have an inner or outer tie rod end that is loose you must raise the front of the car safety.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Then grasp the wheels and move them back and fourth to find the play. Use a flashlight, this guide may help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-shakes-when-accelerating-or-braking

Please run down these guides and report back.
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 AT 12:22 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Sponsored links