Incorrectly adjusted front wheel bearings

Adjust the bearing or replace with new components as required. Refer to Wheel Bearing Adjustment in Front Suspension.

Worn coupling or steering shaft U-joints

Replace as needed.

Steering wheel loose on the shaft, a loose pitman arm, tie rods, steering arms, or steering linkage ball studs

Tighten fasteners to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Front Suspension.

Worn steering gear or bearings improperly adjusted

Adjust the preload.

Excessive pitman shaft to ball nut lash in the steering gear

Adjust the preload.

Toe-in being out of adjustment, worn intermediate rod or tie rod sockets

1. Replace the tie rod end if worn and adjust the Toe-in. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.
2. Inspect the steering arm and tie rod for a bent condition.

Steering system out of alignment

1. Completely align the front wheels. Refer to Front Caster Adjustment or Front Camber Adjustment or Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.
2. Inspect the spring components for wear. Repair or replace as required.

Badly worn tires, edges rounded off

Adjust the front wheel alignment. Refer to Front Caster Adjustment or Front Camber Adjustment or Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.

Lack of lubrication in the linkage and the king pins

1. Free up and lubricate any components that are frozen and will not take lubrication.
2. Inspect for wear and damage.