I have noticed a bit of play in the steering wheel. When stopped in gear with the truck running I have about an inch or two of play back and forth when I turn the wheel. There doesn't seem to be any movement in the wheels. Is there a way to tighten up the steering column or the steering rack? Ideas, suggestions or cures gladly accepted. Thanks Phil

2005 LR3 HSE 110,000 miles, Tonga Green with Tan interior
2006 Range Rover Sport HSE 21,000 miles Giverny Green with Alpaca interior

 

More than likely it's both the inner and outer tie rods.

 

thanks, I will check on those. Phil

 

Problem solved. The steering column consists on several sections. Two of those section mate up above the foot pedals just inside of the firewall. There is a male/female sleeve the is secured with a bolt and nut. The bolt and nut was not cinched down. That allowed slop movement between the sections. A few turns with a 13mm socket and it once again steers like butta! Thanks for the suggestions. I did notice that my right cv boot is leaking a little grease out from under the small end of the boot. Looks like the clamp isn't tight. Does anyone have experience changing out the cv clamps. Can you use a hose clamp or a strong zip tie? Thanks again. Phil


2005 LR3. Tonga Green
2006 Range Rover Sport Giverny Green

 

Thanx for the update.

Is this visible and /or accessible without removing anything? Might be a good idea for me to check if they're starting to loosen up just in case... Seems easy enough.

 

I removed my drivers side foitwell cover. One of my Servo motors quit send I am waiting for the new one to arrive. Just check the steering column up from the firewall. You will see the bolt. Amazing how well it drivers when everything is tightened up! Phil