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100 thoughts on “Sideways steering: parts falling out #mechanic #brakecleanmafia”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Swingz says:

    yea my car is like that but mfs don’t care anymore i just been rolling with it cuz im broke

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars vastjab19 says:

    When there's play, your going to have a bad day.

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nic says:

    friend of mine used to have a civic thats steering whel would slip if you turned aggressivelyand then if you turned hard the other way it would come back i think it was the wheel itself tho cause the linkages where fine

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars JIMMY GMC says:

    what you expect its a nissan!

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Glen Grimm says:

    Looks like rack bushes, I just did a prado with a similar problem.

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars duh1100 says:

    set screw

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars tom half says:

    Im glad ray is back in my feed, i used to fall asleep to his 1 hour long videos

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars benjamin massey says:

    You never need an alignment. Unless something is broken.

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nick_moto_ says:

    Dude just press r I’ll automatically fix it

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gary S says:

    1st problem it's a Nissan

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars dave palmer says:

    Ive fixed same issue. That kind of syptom is nearly ALWAYS a rack mount, never seen intermediate shaft do that, but have had them clunk over bumps on occasion

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Vaughn says:

    Typical newer Nissan….

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Inceptor says:

    The people that complain about mechanics 'trying to sell another $1000 work on an oil change' own these cars. 100%, guaranteed.

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tim Chavious says:

    Fix the damn thing and quit whining

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Casey Johnston says:

    😂

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Daniel Wykowski says:

    Would never buy a nissan, after 7k miles new car got bad lifter knock, dealer and nissan said it wasnt broke so wouldnt repair it. Paid for extended maintenance and noone would take responsibility. Nissan is crap

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nelson E says:

    Get in my wife's charger the other day steering wheel was way off. Asked how long it been like this . Oh idk 2 weeks maybe. Nut was backed almost completely off of the outer tie rod.

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 10kevin10USA says:

    33% of the time it seems they forget that.

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Monkeybizness707 says:

    Had this happen after aftermarket control arms and coilovers…figured out the half inch it lowered the vehicle was just enough for the sway bar to be forced down enough to bind on the top of the tie rods…replaced the end links with longer bolts and spacers and no more binding.

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars IamCoalfoot says:

    My current car's previous owners repaired the steering rack with furnace tape. On the way to the shop to get it fixed, the tape snapped, and the only thing keeping the passenger's wheel pointed the same way as the driver's was physics. Scary stuff.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dan Rodriguez says:

    The customer could probably use
    an alignment as well… 😳

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ron says:

    Nissan steering box and steering gear😮

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Spicey French Toast says:

    Mine did this, just fixed it with a little wd 40 white lithium grease every 6 months on the joints, world like a charm.

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Kendall says:

    Steering rack bushings

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mageofthestorm1 says:

    Sounds like fluid only works 1 way on the rack. Suprised something wasn't loose.

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gregg Rco says:

    Rack.

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars George wiley says:

    Rack and pinion bushings inner and outer tie rods

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars sallybatzzz says:

    funny that this is showing up on my feed, because when i first bought my 1999 Nissan pathfinder, it had this same exact stearing issue. it was the reason my brother god bless his soul sold it to me for only $500(i was 19 lol), 4 years later i ended up pushing the car over 200,000 on the odometer. goin for 300k!

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tyreal Awsum says:

    Tierod ends? Or a bushing possibly on a-arm??

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pride says:

    When i was in a hit and run. I turn the wheel and it would keep turning. Would have to fight with it to drive it. Had to replace the control arm and some other stuff. 2.7k all together. Insurence wouldnt even pay cuz they claim they cant figure who is at fault. Even tho police report says hit and run automatically makes me not liable.

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gaming for Junkies says:

    Needs a rack, done

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars LegendStormcrow says:

    Average International driver "Eh, I guess I keep driving. Nothing else works anyways, except the AC."

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars garage worm 17 says:

    It's a bad rack I have those same problem with my mpv and my miata did it to

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gerardo Avila says:

    My pathfinder had this same issue it was the steering rack bushing

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gamzeeraymakra says:

    I can only fix what I can afford at the moment

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jager Andres says:

    I had this problem before on a pontiac sunfire….. the front subframe was rotten

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Reset says:

    My moms car does that….

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars RuralTowner says:

    Have something similar on my 1980 VW Rabbit pickup. Issue began after the old rack & pinion bit the dust & replaced it with a still solid good-used. My tie rods from the old unit were still good so swapped those over while taking measurements prior to try & get things matched. TOE still required some finicky adjustment of trial & adjustment to get rid of pulling. Then when got my 1st passenger after install got done it would pull to the right (almost never have a passenger) so the wheel had to be turned about 60deg left from straight across to go straight. Also noticed if making a hard LEFT turn the wheel won't return to straight properly either. A hard turn RIGHT will realign things.
    Narrowed it down to collapsing suspension & a failed//sticking strut cartridge. When front suspension compresses it alters steering geometry…the TRIANGLE is from the tie rod where it goes from the RACK to WHEEL to TOP OF STRUT. When it sticks compressed my wheel must be turned left…while lifting up on the P/F wheel "resets" it & the wheel returns to normal. Normal driving w/ just my ~220lb self in the driver's seat the wheel stays straight w/ a VERY small pull to the left (needs the pass rod adjusted a fraction of a turn still.
    I get to order not only new cartridges but likely replacement coils due to fatigue.
    Have driven the thing for over 2 years now & never touched the front suspension which COULD be OEM. Will get a strut mount + cartridge + coil rebuild.

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DataStorm says:

    at least here there is an annual roadworthy inspection on safety, this would clearly fall within the safety inspection.
    Basically: tires must have profile for so many millimeter, Brakes and lights must work within specs, the windshield wipers must be working and whole, wiper fluids must be at least half full, belts must fully work, chairs must be solidly in there, steering must work correctly, the outside is not allowed to have sharp edges, car body cannot be rusted thru at places (integrity and crumple area must work as intended, if rusted away that ain't the case), anything safety related. It also includes emission tests and the works.
    It's basically a whole car checkup except for the engine itself and the conveniences in the car (electronics, AC, lights inside the vehicle, etc).

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Smith says:

    My shop runs into this all the time. Customer comes in for alignment thinking its a wonder pill that cures all problems with the suspension. They act surprised it needs $1,000's in parts to fix something that is broke or had signs of it hitting something hard and bending parts. They don't seem to grasp that a bent part I can get the car to go straight but on turns it will be hard to control or tires will squeal or wear badly. Loose parts the alignment read out will change into out of spec just by breathing on one of the tires.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gregory Kitchens says:

    If your wheel isnt returning the first place id take a hard look at is the ball joints. They are probsvly already so gone you're lucky one hasnt dropped yet. Source? Ive boight s lot of shitboxes and more than one sropped a ball joint on me sooner than i could replace them. Nimber 1 sign they are bad bad is when the wheel doesnt like to return.

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kitty Cat Specialist says:

    Rack shifts sideways

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rolando Mota del Campo says:

    I know exactly what the problem was before I saw heard the problem!
    It’s a 🐷💩nissan 💨

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars The Forbidden Unit! - Daniel Gregor says:

    Ah rack bushes 😅

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars sanbojac 3118 says:

    I rebuilt my car bottom to top. Had this for the first few miles and it stopped. No idea what it was. Put it on the lift. Nothing moved. I’m only 300 miles in. Wish me luck.

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mandavaler says:

    I went in for an alignment on my mothers car and got the great news that the bushings, ball joints, upper and lower control arms are fucked so i get to repair all that this coming friday yay me 😃😮‍💨

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Cyro says:

    WAIT! My car is doing the same thing Where's that rubber at??

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 18 Wheels and a Drone says:

    I had a steering knuckle lower ball joint hole surprisingly rounded out after a transmission replacement and that happened.

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars B.Sills says:

    If you think that’s bad you don’t want to see the cars we drop on a daily basis from the body shop..

  50. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ChrisJRS says:

    We’re not technicians we’re car detectives lol

  51. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars yves Pierre says:

    Rack n pinion mount bushings??

  52. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jacob Rohlinger says:

    Steering rack sliding side to side in the bushings

  53. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Charles Carter says:

    idler arm wore

  54. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars BleuSkiddew says:

    That happened to me in a customer's car; it "turned" out that the bolts holding the steering rack were sheered off.

  55. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steven Mann says:

    R50 pathfinder steering rack bushings

  56. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars cLuTcH BleacH says:

    Yea a leaking tie rod does not do that to any of the people that don't know much. I have specifically a old nissan with a tierod that leaks just like this and the steering does not do that. Guess what I got a year or so ago? Tires and an alignment. The car needs an alignment……60 bucks. It does need tierods but it isn't causing this

  57. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jsne Akha says:

    Just take the steering wheel off and put it back on

  58. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Andy_rapp1 says:

    A bad strut mount can cause a steering wheel to not return to center after a one direction turn

  59. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Privileged White Male says:

    I miss you Ray. I've had a series of great events in my life recently, and haven't been able to watch as much as I like to. Keep growing and praying friend.

  60. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ritchi says:

    It’s fine

  61. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars SlabDabsOnly says:

    They tried to fix something on the power steering rack and didn't put it back together

  62. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tod Robinson says:

    Rack loose

  63. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nathanael says:

    Classic pathfinder

  64. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nick Barrett says:

    Caster

  65. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars J says:

    So was it the rack n pinion?

  66. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars kevin nixon says:

    That shouldn't be driven until a Licensed shop certifies safety in writing!

  67. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Timothy Thomas says:

    Rack is sliding

  68. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ch Br says:

    I had the bushings on the steering rack on my Corolla go out and would do that. I could jerk the wheel and straighten it out, but the first big bump while taking a corner would throw it right back out..lol I drove it like that for a few months before realizing it was getting kinda dangerous😅

  69. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars j duv says:

    Mechanic: Your vehicle is fucked.
    Customer: I know, I know. 😔

  70. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars HenryHHolmes says:

    Had this problem when I did my struts and didn't tighten them enough

  71. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars T Huncvho says:

    I Have A 97 Altima Doing This Please Fix It And Say What It Is

  72. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brandon Deel says:

    Steering rack bushings for sure. My friends 240sx had the same exact issue after a tech replaced his rack and didnt tell him his bushings were toasted. I finally figured it out for him and fixed it.

  73. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gibby330 says:

    Pitman arm

  74. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Lewis says:

    Rack bushings

  75. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ricky S says:

    Leaking Rack & Pinion

  76. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Clorox Bleach says:

    I've been trying to figure out why my truck pulls a little to the right for over a year. All new tie rod ends – repeatedly inspected and appear perfect, new ball joints, new bearings, whole steering column and gear box seems tight, two alignments.
    Getting some better quality ball joints because of other issues with the current set this week, and probably gonna change the power steering pump because of noise.

  77. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Backyardmech1 says:

    Me with a mechanical background, my wife going on about going to the shop with it. Me knowing, or having an idea of how to fix. I see a tire with uneven wear on one edge, the others are fine. Alignment. “Just take it to the shop.” 😳 Just take it to get its toe corrected!

  78. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ZFIGHTR88 says:

    You shouldn't even drive it with those symptoms

  79. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Benny Boy says:

    That Nissan i's not so Nice man

  80. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Multidickbrains says:

    I had this problem on a 90s Nissan, it was the bushing on the rack being bad letting slide side to side.

  81. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars RustbeltRob classic says:

    honestly thought maybe someone did an alignment and steering adjustment and forgot to tighten something..

  82. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bill Chessell says:

    Love the video, Ray, just like always. Don’t need the music IMHO.

  83. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Spedracer55 says:

    finally this is what my car does💀

  84. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Frank sometimes fixes stuff says:

    I had a car where the rubber mounting bushings for the steering rack went bad (it's held in place with clamps and the rubber bushing,), so on any hard turns the rack would move several inches one way or the other. Of course the bushings are NLA from anybody but I was able to get some good used ones.

  85. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tyler Landry says:

    Worm gear and sector shaft skipping down the road. Replace rac

  86. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Anthony Picklesimer says:

    Pretty common on Nissans those bushings go and it’s all over the road had that happen a little while ago on mine

  87. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars supercrew63 says:

    rack n pinion bushings most common cause, I have had strut bearing plates do that to a lesser extent.

  88. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars steann1 says:

    Do you make the idiot customers sign a release or waiver saying that you told them it’s unroadworthy..??
    that guy is going to turn a corner and BLAM!

  89. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Terry Eustice says:

    That was weird for sure . 💯👊👍

  90. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Maples01 says:

    My Suburban used to do this, offset after turns, I figured it was skipping a tooth in the gear box, kept on driving it, till turning it over on a mountain

  91. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars GS says:

    Sounds like a clock spring was installed incorrectly, no?

  92. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Big Toe says:

    U gotta work on your short game. Not good. Mike is better

  93. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nanker Phelge says:

    Aww yes, the old up and down. 👌

  94. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars classical715 says:

    Nissan

  95. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Clint Anderson says:

    Let me guess the Nissan Altima

  96. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars jeneo says:

    Steering linkage may be worn out .

  97. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Calvin Evans says:

    I've driven a few vehicles with variable geometry suspension. Lol

  98. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mike Mcguire says:

    WTH…..

  99. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Troll With A Purpose says:

    every jeep I've had got that way, so whatever

  100. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Zack Schwenzer says:

    Always important to do a prealignment inspection. And general maintenance…

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