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Steering Service Diagnosis - CJ-6
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Hard Steering: | Possible Solution: |
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Lack of lubrication | Lubricate all connections |
Tie rod ends worn | Replace |
Connecting rod ball joints tight | Adjust |
Cross shaft improperly adjusted | Adjust |
Steering gear parts worn | Replace |
Steering Loose: | Possible Solution: |
Tie rod ends worn | Replace |
Connecting rod ball sockets worn | Replace |
Steering gear parts worn | Replace |
Steering gear improperly adjusted | Adjust |
Road Shock: | Steering connecting rod too tight; axle spring clip loose; wheel bearings loose, poor shock absorber control |
Turning Radius: Short one side | Center bolt in spring sheered off, axle shifted, steering arm bent, steering arm not properly located on steering gear |
* Excerpt from the Service Manual for Universal Jeep Vehicles page 221