Please Help.. suspension issues?
 

Hi, I have a 2001 4.4 liter X5. I notice that there is some play in the steering wheel, by this I mean you can move the steering wheel a slight bit before its seems like it "catches" or starts to turn the wheels. Its not too much, however, I know its not normal. Before I get raked at the auto shop, could someone tell me what could be some of the issues, is it the rack and pinon? some parts that normally wear out, I have 51K miles on this car.

Thanks for you help..

either tie rods or steering rack.

our tie rods were done by 70k.

most likely tie rods !! mine were replaced @ 35k..

Thanks
 

Thanks for responding, do you know how much the cost is? so I know I am not getting screwed over from the shop?

2 hours labor max + alignment and parts.