How to fix steering slop on Jeep Wrangler?

How to fix steering slop on Jeep Wrangler?

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Can you replace the steering column on a YJ Wrangler?

This instructable is intended to clear up some of the questions regarding replacing your Jeep YJ Wrangler’s steering column. As originally designed by AMC both YJ’s and XJ’s used a GM Saginaw steering column. They are a common failing point that can dramatically affect the safety and driveability of your vehicle.

Is the YJ column connected to the shifter?

My 1990 YJ had an AMC style key this later column has a Chrysler key. There is no key release on the side of the XJ column (It is connected to the shifter with a cable but we’ll come back to this later). The YJ column does not mount with a flange welded to the base of the column, but is instead bolted around the column in the vehicle.

This instructable is intended to clear up some of the questions regarding replacing your Jeep YJ Wrangler’s steering column. As originally designed by AMC both YJ’s and XJ’s used a GM Saginaw steering column. They are a common failing point that can dramatically affect the safety and driveability of your vehicle.

How does steering work on a Jeep Wrangler?

Step into the Jeep Wrangler after driving any other SUV make and you’ll immediately feel the difference in steering behavior. The steering is not as crisp and constantly requires minor adjustment to keep it straight. Drive it long enough and you might just get used to it, or it will drive you completely crazy.

How do you fix a loose steering wheel on a jeep?

Simply loosen the locknut, adjust the screw clockwise 1/8 of a turn in small increments, and tighten locknut. Most nuts will come loose without a struggle, however there are reports of the threads being sealed with a Loctite, obviously to avoid the adjustable nut from working itself loose after it’s been assembled and set in the factory.

What do you need to know about YJ steering?

You don’t want your steering to go out on you while rounding a dangerous curve, or bouncing down a bumpy off-road. You want complete control over your YJ for those tricky jumps and tricks. Control is what you’ll get with our Jeep Wrangler YJ steering assemblies.

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