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Some JL owners have reported that a fuse pull (and reinsert) technique may help cure some steering issues such as dead spot, loose steering, pulling, etc. Here are the steps to take: Instructions: Fuse Technique For Fixing Steering Issues Give the technique a try and let us know if it worked for you at this …

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FCA has issued service bulletin 02-003-19 to help diagnose and cure steering wander in affected JL Wranglers. The recent bulletin suggests that dealers replace the front track bar if the vehicle wanders and requires constant small steering corrections. Read the full bulletin inside.

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PSC Motorsports has released upgraded steering systems for the Jeep JL. These steering systems were designed to solve the original steering issues and efficiently handle the increased torque loads due to larger tire sizes and installing aftermarket axle assemblies. The PSC Big Bore XD Cylinder Assist Kits feature PSC’s Big Bore XD-JL Steering Gearbox with a …

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FCA has issued an updated issue bulletin regarding “Shimmy Felt in Front End” — when a customer feels a steering shimmy after hitting an irregularity in the road. The prescribed potential fix for this situation is to test and replace the steering damper. Read the full details in the issue bulletin.

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FCA has issued this update to the “Steering Feels Loose and or Wander” issue bulletin (Star Case Number S1819000003). The update announces that an updated front track bar will soon be available to help cure reported JL steering issues (wobble, loose, wandering). The updated front track bar will feature stiffer bushings at the pivot ends …

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Synergy MFG introduces heavy duty steering components for the Jeep JL Wrangler – their Heavy Duty Jeep JL Tie Rods and Heavy Duty Jeep JL Drag links. Their tie rod and drag link are both direct bolt-in replacements for all Jeep JL models and are compatible with stock wheels with no wheel spacers. Both components …

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JLWF members are conducting an owners poll on your JL Wrangler’s steering. Let us know inside if your steering is: Awesome Loose/Excessive Play Wanders Wobbles Locks or Freezes Up Other The discussions in the poll thread also provide for a good gauge on how your steering compares to other owners’ experiences.

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We bring to your attention one new recall and two issues bulletins for the 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler. Recall Recall UB6 has been launched by FCA for an out of position door latch on the 2018 model year Jeep Wrangler (JL) which could cause the right rear passenger to open unexpectedly due to road or driving …

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Some 2018 JL Wrangler owners have reported experiencing loose/vague/wandering steering and steering wheel dead spot. And some have experienced improvements after having TSB applied. But if you’re still experiencing steering issues after the TSB (TSB 08-092-18 – Low Steering Assist at Highway Speeds) procedure, there are other potential fixes. JLWF member chadc880 (Chad) shares with us …

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FCA US has announced this safety recall and stop sale on certain 2018 model year Jeep Wrangler JL. The issue involves a potential welding issue with the steering intermediate shaft on some 2018 JL Wranglers which under high steering wheel torque may index and cause the steering wheel to lose center positioning and responsiveness. Some of …

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We are now able to share the following regarding the steering system for the JL and JLU. The JL/JLU will feature Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering and the Sahara & Rubicon models will feature Telescope/Tilt Steering Column. The goal of an electro-hydraulic steering system is to combine the advantages of both hydraulic power steering and electric power steering …

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Check out Dookey’s DD JLUR build! This JL Rubicon has been built up nicely and straddles duty as a daily driver and weekend off-roader. Here are the specs so far. 40″ Toyo Open Country MT Tires Dynatrac front and rear axle swap Eaton ELockers Rock Krawler suspension PSC bumpers and spare tire carrier Nemesis Industries fender …

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Jeep introduces the 2020 Jeep Wrangler North Edition model which are now available for sale and order through local Jeep dealers. Of the North Edition, Jim Morrison, Head of Jeep Brand – FCA North America says “Every Jeep 4×4 is engineered to easily tackle winter, and our new North Editions add features and technology to make …

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We’d like to introduce and welcome CavFab MotorSports as the latest site sponsor. CavFab is a company founded 4 years ago by a couple of regular guys who were both involved in the off-road scene. Their JL product line now includes an array of different bumpers (front / rear), an HD tire carrier, tire delete plate, …