2002 Subaru Forester Steering Whee Shim at low speed

2002 SUBARU FORESTER
61,500 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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CIRRUS83
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About a month ago, the steering wheel began to shim when coming from a dead stop and accelerating slowly.
The shim was very pronounced in the steering wheel but not felt in the rest of the car (like a high speed front end shim). The shim appears to occur when it is still cold and within the first few miles. The speed range seems to be in the 10-20 mph range. As you accelerate, and the car is driven further, the shim dissipates. Until present, the problem is has only been sporadic. Also, no shimming is experienced at normal or highway speeds. The steering pump fluid level is normal and belt condition and tension appear good. If any additional information is needed, please let me know. Thanks in advance.
Dec 20, 2007 at 7:48 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Two things to ckeck, front end parts, and tires! You might have a shifted belt, or a defective tie rod, or ball joint...
Dec 20, 2007 at 9:58 AM
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