Steering issue

[Gedalya]

Hi Eric, thanks for your video’s. I’m having and issue with my steering. Every time I make a turn (or at least right turns) the steering wheel doesn’t turn back all the way. It gets strait when I drive strait and maybe hitting some bumps. I also feel loosnes with the steering. What do you think can be the issue? the steering rack or tie rods?
Can you make a video explaining the different issues a steering column or tie rods can cause? ;or something in that nature. Thank you.

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[zero]

A “loose” feeling steering wheel is generally the result of worn front end components. If your vehicle has a steering box, there could be play in that but it sounds like you have a rack and pinion. The first step is to perform a suspension inspection. If your condition is mainly related to one movement, your power steering system should also be inspected for leaks and proper fluid level.

http://www.ericthecarguy.com/determining-the-causes-of-vehicle-vibrations/wheel-alignment-loose-suspension-parts-and-vibrations

[Jake F]

Top off your power steering fluid to the max line. Crank your wheel from left to right hard a few times while driving city speed. If it feels tight, you’re fine.

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