95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners 4th gen pickups and 3rd gen 4Runners

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Old Nov 13, 2002 | 03:57 PM
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Help with steering issue

OK, I will try my best to descrive the problem.


When I turn sharply in my runner, more so when over bumps, it feels like my tires just give away. I don't know if that makes sense, but it feels like they are just pushed around and don't hold the angle.

for example, today I was turning and hit a raised manhole cover and the right front tire felt like it moved outward when hitting the pressure from the cover.

I don't know what leads to this, but the steering does not feel like I am in control at all anymore. I hit bumps and I feel helpless, the wheel rattles in my hands and seems at the whim of bumps.

ANY SUGGESTIONS OR DIAGNOSIS?!?!

THANKS A TON!!!
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Old Nov 13, 2002 | 04:55 PM
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It could be play in the steering box or bad ball joints.

Jack the front up, grab a front tire at the top and bottom and see if there is play in and out. Then get back to us
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