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Light "klunk" feeling in steering

Old Apr 23, 2013 | 01:36 AM
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Light "klunk" feeling in steering

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The past month, I've started noticing a light klunk/knocking feeling in the steering wheel. At first it happened at very low speeds turning corners or braking. Now it's happening driving just about any speed and braking. I don't feel it when the truck is stopped and turning the wheel. But as I apply the brakes on and off, while sitting at a stop sign, I can feel it a slight bit in the steering wheel. I took it to Ford a few weeks ago and had some work done but they couldn't find anything related to the steering. I've had a couple people suggest the brakes. Should I get them looked at elsewhere? Anyone have ideas?
 
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 02:20 AM
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Since it happens while braking, I'd check out the brakes first before anything.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 03:51 AM
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I'm gonna guess loose caliper.
 
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 01:14 PM
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Will get the brakes checked tomorrow. Thanks. Never thought about a loose caliper, but makes sense.
 
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Old Apr 25, 2013 | 06:34 PM
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Had them checked. Turns out my calipers are sticking. As well as the brake lines needing replaced.
 
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