My 06 Mega with 10k in miles seems to be floating all over the road when I drive. When I am going down the interstate I can move the steering wheel 1/2" left or right but the truck keeps on going straight. The truck is a 4x4 with stock trim.

Any thoughts???

 

Tires over pressured ,out of round or unbalanced? I would start with the tires first ,then keep on looking.

 

Sounds like it might be a problem with the steering box itself. I would get it to the dealer ASAP. Sounds like a serious safety issue. You might look under to see if anything is loose but it should be a warranty issue and if they tell you to drive it as is I would request that they give you a letter to that effect.

JM02.....Don

 

I would check tire pressure first, then if you don't find anything, off to the dealer. It should be covered under your warrantee.

 

I doubt tire pressure. If you can turn it a 1/2 turn either way and still drive straight, you have something wrong in the steering system!!

 

Big difference between 1/2" and 1/2 turn.

 

My bad I guess that's what I get for reading when I first get to work. I needed more

I'm better now so go ahead and check tire pressure first!! (Then maybe the dealer)

 

Thanks all, it is going to the dealer next Wed. I will keep you posted on what they find.
Thanks again
Harmon

 

I`m sure this has crossed your mind, but have your set your front tire pressure to 65 plus PSI. Low tire pressure will cause all sorts of steering problems... Just a thought...

 

i kept my 04 at 45 psi due to rough roads, helped ride a bit, maybe lost .5mpg

i would look at the "rag joint" if these trucks have one.
would be between the firewall & steering box.

 

I have a 07' that is doing the same thing and it is driving me nuts. The truck only has 300 miles on it. I ordered a DSS setup and will install it tomorrow morning to see if it can rectify the problem. I would rather try that fix before letting the dealer tear into a brand new pickup. If it doesn't help, I'll take it into the dealer. Please let me know what your dealer finds.

LT

 

Maybe this thread will be of some help.
http://carsondodge.com/forums/showthread.php?t=181

 

That Carson thread is about DEATH WOBBLE.Differant from what is being posted on with these new trucks.Sounds like steering box issues.Too much play.

 

Well I installed the product this morning and WOW, what a difference. I highly reccommend it. I have a feeling (and hoping) that it will prevent future issues in the years to come.

LT

 

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