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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 08:35 AM
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Power Steering

I have a 1989 F250, while driving straight down the road my steering will randomly jump/jerk. While actually turning it seems to be fine. However the jerking seems to only be getting worse. I checked the fluid and it is at the correct level but smells badly burnt (it is a red/brown color). Also when I first start the truck any small turn results in squealing. I have no idea what the cause of this could be, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 08:39 AM
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may want to check that belt.....

I have seen oil or fluid on a belt to make it act werid
 
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 06:21 PM
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belt seems to have good tension and doesn't look to have anything on it. any other ideas?
 
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Old Apr 12, 2006 | 07:25 PM
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there's just a ton of reasons for steering to act up...

when you have some time take it down to your local shop of your choice and have them look at it...

I have dont this several times through out the years...
 
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