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1996 grand cherokee-6cyl When making tight turns,

1996 grand cherokee-6cyl When making tight turns, the front end pops and kind of feels like the wheels are in a bind or brakes are dragging. Doesn't do it when wheels are straight.

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Hi, the likely problem is a worn out CV joint on one of your axles. Check for a torn boot on either axle. Once a toot tears open, dirt gets in and wears out the joint. Please let me know if you have more questions, and thanks for using FixYa.

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