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Loose Steering in GMC Envoy?
I have a 2002 GMC Envoy with over 100K miles on it. Over the last few weeks, it seems like the steering is gradually getting "looser"--there is more play in the wheel before the steering actually responds, and it seems like when it does kick in it does it all at once, making it very "squirrely" at highway speeds. It will catch all at once and I have a hard time keeping it from overcorrecting. I know I need to take it in, but I really don't know how to describe this problem any better, nor if it indicates a problem with the steering, tires, suspension, or something else? I really don't want to take it to the dealership if I don't have to; they always charge more than local mechanic, but I don't want to get taken while they explore the problem. Anyone else had similar symptoms, or know how to diagnose my problem?
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- fleaLv 51 decade agoFavorite Answer
With 100,000 miles it sounds like the 'tie rod ' ends. They are located at each end of the steering linkage, which connects the front wheels together. As they wear the steering gets sloppy just the way you discribed it.
A local mechanic can do a good job at a better price than the dealer....You will have to have a front end alignment after the new parts are installed. Check out a location that has the equiptment.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
take it to a mechanic.