How to fix steering wander on a GMC Chev?
Inside the truck near the bottom of the steering shaft is a nut and bolt for you to remove. Then push the bottom part of the steering linkage into the engine area. Up the shaft you will find the EVO with 3 clips holding it in. Unplug the EVO and lift the clips with a small screwdriver to release the EVO – Don’t beaks the holding clips!.
Can a bad upper control arm cause steering problems?
Deteriorated upper control arm bushings can cause serious steering problems, and probably a lot of clunking to boot. Look down on them while your helper holds the brakes and shifts from Drive to Reverse and back.
What can I do to get my steering back to normal?
Replacing coil springs or adjusting torsion bars can bring alignment back into specs. WOOF! Even if the front wheels are perfectly aligned and tires properly inflated, you may still have to steer constantly in one direction or the other to keep the vehicle going straight up the road.
What was the problem with my 1997 GMC Chev?
It was very unnerving. I thought maybe my tires were bad but that wasn’t the problem. The problem was that in 1997 they started putting an Elctronic Variable Orifice (EVO) sensor on the steering shaft to determine how much power steering assist it should provide.
Why does my steering feel loose in my GMC Truck?
Going straight down level road, truck will seem to dart slightly one way or the other. I talking slightly. Just correct with the steering wheel but seem like it has lost any feel. Steering wheel has alot of play; truck doesnt react as well when you turn. Effort seems about normal.No weird noises. Could pump be going or would that cause stiffness?
Inside the truck near the bottom of the steering shaft is a nut and bolt for you to remove. Then push the bottom part of the steering linkage into the engine area. Up the shaft you will find the EVO with 3 clips holding it in. Unplug the EVO and lift the clips with a small screwdriver to release the EVO – Don’t beaks the holding clips!.
It was very unnerving. I thought maybe my tires were bad but that wasn’t the problem. The problem was that in 1997 they started putting an Elctronic Variable Orifice (EVO) sensor on the steering shaft to determine how much power steering assist it should provide.
How to fix loose steering on Chevy Tahoe?
The only real PITA was getting at that locknut and adjuster. The trans cooler lines run right over top of the gearbox so it was not only hard getting the nut loose (constant flipping the open end wrench over and occasionally switching to the closed end box side), but getting the allen wrench in there was a PITA as well. Nice!
What causes steering to wander from one side of the road?
Problem: Steering Wander. Wander is a vehicle’s tendency to to drift from one side of the road to the other. Possible Cause #1: Mismatched tires or uneven tire pressure. Possible Cause #2: Linkage binding or insufficiently lubricated.
Is the steering wheel loose on the Chevy Silverado 2500?
A number of owners of the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD complain that the steering is loose or wanders. Chevrolet has issued a Technical Service Bulletin about it, but owners say it doesn’t fix the problem.
How to contact GM about the steering problem?
How to contact the manufacturer: GM has not yet indicated when the recall will take place. Owners may also contact Cadillac at 800-458-8006, Chevrolet at 800-222-1020, and GMC at 800-462-8782. NHTSA campaign number: 18V586. GM’s own number for this recall is 18289.
Problem: Steering Wander. Wander is a vehicle’s tendency to to drift from one side of the road to the other. Possible Cause #1: Mismatched tires or uneven tire pressure. Possible Cause #2: Linkage binding or insufficiently lubricated.
How to contact the manufacturer: GM has not yet indicated when the recall will take place. Owners may also contact Cadillac at 800-458-8006, Chevrolet at 800-222-1020, and GMC at 800-462-8782. NHTSA campaign number: 18V586. GM’s own number for this recall is 18289.
Is there a fix for the loose steering problem?
Yes, the replacement column solved the issue for the OP. But, the column didn’t need full replacement nor should the column be need fully replaced in most trucks. The column components are FULLY serviceable. The main problem is that most people read ISS RATTLE and ASSUME that their problem is the ISS.