Idler arm? what the heck is that (vehicles, tire, replacement)
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Any vehicle with an old-style steering box has an idler arm. If it has rack and pinion, no such thing. In the modern world, passenger cars have rack and pinion, trucks have steering boxes.
Idler arms do wear out. If you are unsure of the mechanic who suggested it, then get a second opinion. This is why I always advocate developing a good relationship with an independent shop. If you are a repeat customer, usually a good shop won't lie to you.
if the Idler arm is wore, will I hear a popping sound when turning sharply?
My pass side idler arm has a little play & i hear a popping sound as well. I replaced the drivers side idler arm on my 85 olds & i got a front end alignment. A worn idler arm will ruin your front tires over time. It did on my car before i replaced the idler arm. Tires arent cheap.
On this subject, Chevy Astro vans and full size Dodge vans have two idler arms.
Astro vans are known for their idler arm wear.
I don't know about that assessment. Our Astro is approaching 170k with an entirely original steering linkage assembly, no steering slop and drives straight as an arrow.
I don't know about that assessment. Our Astro is approaching 170k with an entirely original steering linkage assembly, no steering slop and drives straight as an arrow.
Have you ever actually crawled under your van and checked the idler arms? With that many miles and being original it's a wonder they're not dragging on the ground.
And while you're under there, take a look for rear axle seal leakage, another problem Astro vans have.
Have you ever actually crawled under your van and checked the idler arms? With that many miles and being original it's a wonder they're not dragging on the ground.
And while you're under there, take a look for rear axle seal leakage, another problem Astro vans have.
Certainly have... I grease them from time to time and I have changed the diff oils a couple times... as is SPECIFIED. Its no wonder, they are taken care of, no mystery here.
Certainly have... I grease them from time to time and I have changed the diff oils a couple times... as is SPECIFIED. Its no wonder, they are taken care of, no mystery here.
Congratulations. Your van is the exception to the rule.
I went to an oil change place once (it was kind of a trial to see if I really ever wanted to go back). They came into the waiting room with a few parts off of my car to show me that they needed to be replaced. With about 6 other customers sitting there with me I told them to, "Put that sh-t back on my car!" Good grief.
Congratulations. Your van is the exception to the rule.
What rule? I have never heard of this being a "common" problem until you and you alone mentioned it.
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