2001 Dodge Durango steering problems

Tiny
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  • 2001 DODGE DURANGO
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2001 dodge durango 4.7l V8. When I make sharp turns (left and right, mostly right) my wheel feels like its going to lock up, almost if my abs is kicking in. It feels like it almost "hops". I replaced the power steering pump yesterday, and still the same problems. My tires are in ok/perfect condition, no rubbing or wear marks. No warning lights are on. What should I check out, or do? Thanks for any help
Thursday, April 21st, 2011 AT 1:15 AM

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Tiny
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Your description sounds like it's stuck in 4wd mode. What was the reason for replacing the pump?
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Thursday, April 21st, 2011 AT 1:33 AM
Tiny
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I figured that was the first thing to check out, it felt like it was losing power when I turned the wheel and drove. It turned out it was bad, so I saved myself there. But I dont know where to go from here.
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Thursday, April 21st, 2011 AT 1:36 AM
Tiny
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Jack up one of the front tires and see if you can spin it by hand. If you can, try it again when they are turned fully left or right.
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Thursday, April 21st, 2011 AT 1:53 AM

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