Patrol Steering.... turning circle
Submitted: Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:22
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Member - Malcolm P (VIC)
Dear All,
I have a 2004 Patrol.
In recent weeks the turning circle has become smaller.
I'm not imagining it as my wife is complaining fiercely.
Where I used to be able to turn easily is now taking at least two turns.
I have checked the power steering pimp and fluid levels and hoses and nothing's leaking. I know that this wouldn't effect the turning circle anyway but what should I be looking for or at least talking about when I take it in for a service?
Reply By: Robin Miller - Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:24
Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:24
In which direction has it changed as they are different , left right or both.
Robin Miller
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Reply By: Member - Malcolm P (VIC) - Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:27
Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:27
Good question I have noticed it mainly on the right hand turn.
I think that it's more pronounced that way but I honestly don't know my wife seems to think mainly worse turning right.
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Reply By: Michael ( Moss Vale NSW) - Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:44
Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:44
Smaller turning circle!!! Gee, I'd like that!! Whats to complain about??!!! Michael
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Reply By: Member - Malcolm P (VIC) - Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:47
Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 20:47
yes
well spotted Michael I did mean larger.
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Reply By: Member - Ed. C. (QLD) - Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 21:43
Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 21:43
Mal,
You have a power steering pimp???? Hmmmm.....
Anyway, have a look at the swivel housings, and on each you'll see a stop bolt which should be held in place by a lock-nut.. you can see 'em (from the front) without getting under the vehicle...
The one which controls the RH turn is the one on the LH swivel housing...
My guess is that the lock-nut has come loose, and the stop-bolt is working it's way out, thereby making the turning circle larger...
If this is the case, I'd be getting under there ASAP, and at least tighten that lock-nut before the whole thing falls out altogether. If this happens, it will allow the
wheels to turn further than they should, and could damage the swivel housing internals (not to mention the tyre scrubbing)..
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Follow Up By: Member - Duncs - Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 08:09
Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 08:09
My GQ did this and it tore the steering damper mount off the drag link and stuffed the damper.
Mine actually went the other way. Turning circle got tighter, i thought it was christmas until I noticed the damper hanging under the car.
Go and check it now Mal, before it gets expensive.
Duncs
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Reply By: Philip A - Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 22:06
Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007 at 22:06
What about a dent in de steering damper? Mon.
regards Philip A
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Reply By: Grungle - Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 06:59
Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 06:59
One hub could be locked in if it is one direction.
Regards
David
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Reply By: Member - Phil G (SA) - Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 08:55
Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 08:55
I trust that 4wd is not engaged!!!!!
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Reply By: Member - Malcolm P (VIC) - Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 08:58
Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 at 08:58
4wd not engaged I'll have a good look today
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