Leaving the works carpark i have to negotiate a mini roundabout at the top of the entrance.
Earlier tonight, as i straightened up coming out of the roundabout, there was a what i can only describe as a loud 'bang' from the front of the car, where the steering suddenly became biased toward the off-side. I stopped and had a look but with it being dark, i couldn't really see anything untoward so proceeded to limp the car home.
I've noticed though that any time i apply more than half-lock or when straightening up from half lock that there is a 'clunk' from the front of the car.
My car is a W-plate 2000 Ford Focus Zetec 1.8 (petrol)/manual/52000 miles (last serviced 46000miles). I have also noticed recently that there has been uneven wear on both front tyres so i'm thinking a track-rod end has bust...
However, any other diagnosis and ballpark figure to repair appreciated...
Thanks!
Earlier tonight, as i straightened up coming out of the roundabout, there was a what i can only describe as a loud 'bang' from the front of the car, where the steering suddenly became biased toward the off-side. I stopped and had a look but with it being dark, i couldn't really see anything untoward so proceeded to limp the car home.
I've noticed though that any time i apply more than half-lock or when straightening up from half lock that there is a 'clunk' from the front of the car.
My car is a W-plate 2000 Ford Focus Zetec 1.8 (petrol)/manual/52000 miles (last serviced 46000miles). I have also noticed recently that there has been uneven wear on both front tyres so i'm thinking a track-rod end has bust...
However, any other diagnosis and ballpark figure to repair appreciated...
Thanks!
