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steering resistance then clunk Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Guest Anonymous Poster cbass655@hotmail.com Aug 14, 2008, 5:37 AM Post #1 of 4 (1451 views) steering resistance then clunk Sign In why does my steering have resistance when a turn it and seems like it breaks loose and can hear and fell a slight clunk? dmac0923 Enthusiast Aug 14, 2008, 8:40 AM Post #2 of 4 (1442 views) Re: steering resistance then clunk Sign In your going to have to be a little more detailed about the symptoms. also year make model, mileage of your vehicle helps. the more info the easier to pin point the problem. does it happen when turning the wheel parked, highways speeds, parking lot speed? __________________________________________________ 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 Ford Ranger 2004 Toyota Corolla 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Guest Anonymous Poster Aug 14, 2008, 11:35 AM Post #3 of 4 (1441 views) Re: steering resistance then clunk Sign In its a 98 ford windstar v6 3.0 with 125,000 miles. It doesnt do it when it parked only when im driving. It also seems like it stops when the van is warmed up. When i turm the wheel slightly it feels like it wants to stop but it jerks and goes the rest of the way. It kinda fells like it gets caught on something then lets go. Its not to hard of a resistance but you can still feel and hear it. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 14, 2008, 12:42 PM Post #4 of 4 (1438 views) Re: steering resistance then clunk Sign In Ah ha! Winstars tend to "eat" rack and pinions First verify it's tight and safe front end wise. What can happen is the fluid gets sticky from the heat it's exposed to and make some sticky. My suggestion for that is: Find and use a product called "TransX" -- it really does disolve varnish in PS systems - your call on using it in transmissions but is for both. I've clearly solved problems that weren't mechanically worn with this stuff. Not a coverup but a correction. I also don't care for power flushing PS systems so will just suck out all I can several times and replace with new synthetic ATF which is within spec for many cars and I'm about sure for this one too. It'll take several "empty what you can" and fills to get most of it new. Allow a couple days for product to work then change it out. If no results in a couple days it probably won't fix it. This is not going to correct a worn tie rod end, ball joint, perhaps a strut binding - just varnish. These and many vehicles make excessive heat underhood and the PS fluid take a hit as does trans fluid but that's usually cooled by your radiator. That product won't solve this instantly if it will at all. Use sparingly and change the fluid by dilution like I said would be my course of action. You may not have a suction pump for oils - a "turkey" baster will work for a while till the oil swells up its rubber. Good grief - please use that only for the car if used and get a new one for food! T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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