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Originally Posted by simiritch
Just bought an '06 300C last week. I love the ride, the power is great, but the steering seems really loose.
For example, in high speed turns (ie, 80 mph on freeway interchange) where I hit a slight bump or make a steering adjustment, the car bounces side-to-side in a fairly unstable manner. It takes a steady hand to get the car back into a smooth curve again.
I'm thinking that the steering linkage is just too loose, but i really dont know very much about this.
Anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks,
Rich.
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Rich, the steering is rack and pinion, lifted right out of the mercedes e-class sedans. It is very tight and precise.
The problem you describe is being caused by the crappy OEM conti tires. The sidewalls roll over causing the front end to move and the rear IRS suspension to "hop".
Put some decent tires on and you'll find you have bought a very sweet handling car (in the meantime put your tire pressures up to 34 lbs all round).
If you need more proof, follow this link:
Driving Fast with a 300C