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Is your electric steering “sticky” at 80+ mph?

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Old 05-19-2018, 02:47 PM
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Everything seems normal below 80 mph but from there up it gets extremely tight and has a dead spot with the steering wheel when moved either way. Like, it’s tight then loose for a split second and then tight. Anyone else notice anything similar?
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I have never felt what you describing.
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It might be a feature. Check the manual. Most newer vehicles reduce the sensitivity of the power steering at high speeds to help prevent people from oversteering.
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It’s not a feature. I’m well aware of how the truck should act. The farmer staring at higher speeds should not released for a split second when you move the wheel causing you to oversteer.
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It’s not a feature. I’m well aware of how the truck should act. The farmer staring at higher speeds should not released for a split second when you move the wheel causing you to oversteer.
Maybe a broken feature.
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No kidding? Maybe that’s why I posted.
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It’s not a feature. I’m well aware of how the truck should act. The farmer staring at higher speeds should not released for a split second when you move the wheel causing you to oversteer.
Most of the farmers 'round here don't drive 80. Personally, my truck is fine at 80. Maybe you need a re-flash.
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Dealer re-flash isn’t an option. I’m my own warranty.
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Try lubricating your steering shaft u-joint.
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You have a lot going on with different tires, suspension height, etc.

Having read the forums for the last 3 years I'd say it not a fault of the truck/steering. Extremely isolated problem.
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