How do you center a Jeep TJ steering wheel?
Grab your pipe wrench and turn the adjuster sleeve until the steering wheel is as straight as you can. Once that is done you will need to tighten the bolts on the sleeve clamps back up and take a test drive….Centering Your Steering Wheel
- 13mm ratchet.
- 13mm wrench.
- Pipe wrench (large is better. 18+” is good)
- A friend.
Why is my Jeep steering wheel crooked?
An off-center steering wheel can either mean it just needs a 5 minute adjustment, or it could mean that either the tie rod, track bar, or less likely the drag link is bent. None of those potential issues are serious or expensive to fix. Look at the tie rod first to see if it is bent.
Can a Jeep Wrangler TJ have a steering system?
This can only be achieved if the steering system of your Jeep Wrangler TJ is in tip-top shape and has been properly adjusted after a big lift. Because raising the suspension affects the equilibrium, it is often necessary to make a few modifications and additions after a lift kit has been install.
When to do front end alignment on Jeep Wrangler?
If you have made the decision to install a suspension lift or change out other steering components on your Jeep TJ Wrangler, it is certainly important to get a proper front end alignment after installing these products. Not just for safety and handling issues, but also because an improperly aligned front can result in severe tire wear.
How to perform a Driveway alignment on your Jeep TJ?
Once your toe-in has been set, re-tighten the tie-rod sleeves. After that, it’s time to center up that steering wheel. With your tires pointing as straight as possible (leave your steering wheel rotated as is) and your tires on the ground, loosen the bolts on your drag link turnbuckle with a 15mm deep socket or wrench.
Do you need a steering stabilizer for a Jeep Wrangler?
In addition to adjusting aggressive drivetrain angles, it is often a good idea to put in a steering stabilizer. We carry a wide selection of Jeep Wrangler TJ steering parts for replacement or upgrade. Our growing catalogue features steering conversions, stabilizers, shafts, columns, pumps, hoses, and wheels. Not sure if you have a JL or JK?