Hi i have a 2000 extended cab V6 4.0L which is having steering problems, when i turn the wheel while I'm driving usually above 25mph the wheel shakes violently, please help tell me what i need to replace, it just started about 2 days ago

 

power steering fluid levels ok?
is the pump working properly?

 

could be the front CV shafts too, I had that on my car.

 

Yeah the power steering is working fine, and the servicing is good i checked that first, where's the front CV shaft? how much would it cost to repair it myself, and how long do you think it would take?

 

If you have a 4x4, def. check out the CV shafts; But it could be something simple as a wheel that needs to be balanced, warped rotors, sticking caliper.. etc .. Hope you find the problem!

 

its 4X2, but it shakes bad also when i go over bumps as well, also if this helps, it started after i tried to make a U turn and slammed into the curb on the right side, also there is alot of side to side play in the steering wheel while driving

 

bent rim or damaged tie rod maybe?