My steering wheel has a few degrees of motion where there is very little resistance and movement is not reciprocated in the movement of the wheels. Here's a video:
This has always been an issue and installing new tie rod ends did not make an appreciable difference. However, it didn't really become conspicuous until I installed the OME lift kit and upgraded to 33" tires.
More facts:
Is this "free play" coming from the steering box or should I plan on experiencing a PS failure in the next 10k miles? What do you think?
This has always been an issue and installing new tie rod ends did not make an appreciable difference. However, it didn't really become conspicuous until I installed the OME lift kit and upgraded to 33" tires.
More facts:
- No leaks or rough noises coming from the power steering pump.
- I flushed and replaced the fluid 2 years ago. The current fluid looks nice, but has a mild burnt rubber smell.
- When I'm making a 90 degree turn, the motion of the steering wheel isn't very smooth and I can feel a mild choppy vibration.
- Nearly 204k and no service history from POs.
Is this "free play" coming from the steering box or should I plan on experiencing a PS failure in the next 10k miles? What do you think?