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05-14-2016, 09:14 PM

mbachiochi

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88 steering problem

I have a 88 xjs v12. At 5 mph it steers ok, once it gets to 15 mph, the steering goes away. Super loose and dangerous. What do I look for.

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05-14-2016, 09:56 PM

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First check the steering rack bushings. It's quite common that they deteriorate badly and result in very sloppy steering.

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05-14-2016, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by mbachiochi

I have a 88 xjs v12. At 5 mph it steers ok, once it gets to 15 mph, the steering goes away. Super loose and dangerous. What do I look for.

Welcome to the Forum, first and foremost. Please do an intro in the "New Members Area" when time permits.

Doug is 100% correct.

You will find heaps of "how to" in the XJ-S section.

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05-15-2016, 04:38 AM

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I have a 88 xjs v12. At 5 mph it steers ok, once it gets to 15 mph, the steering goes away. Super loose and dangerous. What do I look for.

Welcome to the forum mbachiochi,

I've moved your question from General Tech Help to XJS forum. This is the place to post technical questions about your model.

Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

Graham

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