2008 Jeep Patriot jeep patroit

2008 JEEP PATRIOT
135,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JEFFMCKAY
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When I am driving down road at about 40 mph the car will jump to the right . It won't do it again until I stop and take off again. It does not make any sounds and seems to drive ok otherwise
Dec 3, 2014 at 12:06 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Additional clues or observations are needed to come up with a good recommendation. In particular, does the steering wheel change position or do you have to counter-steer to keep the vehicle going straight? Does it pull to one side at any time on a normal flat road when going straight?

The way you described it, I'd first suspect a worn control arm bushing but those usually make a clunking noise, and they will shift back and forth while you're driving. The steering and suspension systems should be inspected at a tire and alignment shop. They're experts in finding these things.
Dec 3, 2014 at 12:56 AM