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Old 06-18-2015, 08:08 PM
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Hey guys and gals, I have a 96 jeep cherokee xj and i can't go over 35 without it trying to shake me off the road. This is my everyday driver and i need to find out what's wrong and quick! Thanks!
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Lift the front two tires off the ground so they are floating. Check steering components for play and check track bar for looseness. Makes sure bushings are not to worn out and replace what is needed.
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Would bearings cause the problem as well?
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Was this sudden?

On my son's track bar bolt loosened and wobbled out hole. Even if bolt was tight would still DW
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Would bearings cause the problem as well?
yea, check ball joints as well
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Originally Posted by That_one_4.0
Hey guys and gals, I have a 96 jeep cherokee xj and i can't go over 35 without it trying to shake me off the road. This is my everyday driver and i need to find out what's wrong and quick! Thanks!
Are your tires balanced? Have you done any recent work to the front end?
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