2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Vibrating Steering Wheel!

[dewey88]

I have noticed in the last couple of weeks that when I am going kind of slow and turn the wheel left or right that it vibrates alittle. Its like I can feel something not really loose but like something is getting there!! Does anybody have any ideas, I hope I have described it good enough! It does not feel like it is in the steering parts but it feels like I got something like a stabilizer or some of the links down below loose, but I have been under it and cannot move anything by hand anyway!

 

[SEmerson]

is the fluid low? Any hum?

 

[Kurz82]

I also feel this problem when I drive, and it happens significantly more when it is cold outside. Sometimes in the winter it can get so bad that I not only feel it but also hear it in the cab. I also have not been able to figure it out, but would be interested if anyone had any ideas on how to repair it.



Rich

 

[BNH4221]

Power steering pump? How is the fluid? Maybe want to change out the fluid for some synthetic?

I have had good luck with the Valvoline PS fluid. Smooth turning wheel, no groans when its cold out.



Steve

98 QC 12v

165000 miles

 

[vssman]

Also check the front axle u-joints. One or both my be starting to bind up.

 

[dewey88]

vssman,



I have been under the front of the truck and could not move anything by hand, but that does sound like it could be the problem! I will have to do a little more investigating on that situation, thank you!

 

[vssman]

Jack up the front end & put in on stands. With the steering wheel unlocked turn it to one side and try to spin each tire by hand. If it's the u-joints, then the whole hub must come off to get at the axle. It can be difficult depending on how long you've been riding around on salty roads. good luck.