2001 santafe steering problem update

Discussion in 'Hyundai Santa Fe' started by zenox, Nov 30, 2006.

  1. zenox

    zenox Guest

    OK.
    Lifted both front wheels and found that right front has side to side play of
    about 1/2" to 5/8".
    The left front wheel does not have this play so I am hoping this is just a
    tie rod adjustment?
    Any opinions?
     
    zenox, Nov 30, 2006
    #1
  2. zenox

    hyundaitech Guest

    Although the tie rod is a possibility, the ball joint is a much more common
    failure on the Santa Fe. If you also have play when you grasp the top and
    bottom of the wheel and check for play, expect the ball joint to be the
    issue.
     
    hyundaitech, Nov 30, 2006
    #2
  3. zenox

    Mike Marlow Guest

    He's got side to side play HT. That would signal a tie rod end to me.
     
    Mike Marlow, Nov 30, 2006
    #3
  4. zenox

    zenox Guest

    Thanks guys.
     
    zenox, Dec 1, 2006
    #4
  5. zenox

    hyundaitech Guest

    While you've got a significant amount of logic on your side, I've seen this
    before. What happens is that the tie rod end holds the rear edge of the
    wheel steady but the play in the ball joint allows the front of the wheel
    to be pulled in and out.

    Regardless, it's all moot until someone actually gets under and sees the
    component that is moving around.
     
    hyundaitech, Dec 1, 2006
    #5
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