[blusun]

Hi Everybody.

I have an '03 Odyssey, 150K. When city driving there is a clunking sensastion in the steering wheel on rough roads. At highway speed there is a vibration only when you let off the gas (you can kind of feel a weight shifting forward). Slight play in the front driver side wheel when hands are are 3 and 9;no play when grasped at 12 and 6. I replaced struts, sway bar links and caliper pins, balance and alignment. Fairly new Michelin Symmetry tires and wear appears normal. What should I check next?

Thanks. Rob.

 

[JoeOdyssey]

Blusun,

I would intently inspect the front suspension components. In particular, scrutinize the tie rod ends, ball joints, wheel bearings, and the lower arms (their bolts and bushings).

The front steering knuckle and its encompassing components are illustrated below:

*diagram courtesy of hondapartsnow.com; all rights reserved

 

[blusun]

Thank you. A new tie rod end seemed to do the trick. It's always the last thing you try!