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Mar 2, 2009 | 03:16 PM

pamela

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From: Uk

Year: 1994

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: L6

Power steering ???

i have a 1994 cherokee 4.0 UK model as i live in England.My steering has developed a kind of notchy kick back feeling even at low speeds on smooth roads/Cant see any leaks power steering fluid
is up to level and pump belt is tight.Not sure if it is a mechanical fault or something hydraulic.
any help would be great.
Dave s

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Mar 2, 2009 | 03:20 PM

COSXJFAN

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I changed your title so that people reading the board would know what you were looking for before they opened it, you might get more help this way.

COS

Mar 2, 2009 | 03:32 PM

pamela

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Originally Posted by COSXJFAN

I changed your title so that people reading the board would know what you were looking for before they opened it, you might get more help this way.

COS

Thanks

Mar 2, 2009 | 04:07 PM

BuckB91XJ

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From: Oak Harbor, WA.

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Engine: 4.0 liter RENIX I-6, DIY Cold Air Intake, 2.5 FM Exhaust, 3 Core Radiator

Dave,

Sounds like your power steering pump is about worn out. It is a hydaulic reaction you are feeling. You intermitently losing the hydraulic assist from your power steering pump.

Mar 2, 2009 | 04:12 PM

okcjeeper

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Yep pump sounds like the culprit. I am actually about to replace my gear box and pump soon for the same reasons.

Mar 3, 2009 | 01:30 AM

pamela

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Dave S

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Dave,

Sounds like your power steering pump is about worn out. It is a hydaulic reaction you are feeling. You intermitently losing the hydraulic assist from your power steering pump.

Thanks for your help.