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I have a 1992 Crown Victoria. When I am backing

I have a 1992 Crown Victoria. When I am backing up and turn the wheel, the front right tire feels like it is wabbling, almost like it is going to fall on its side. What is causing this?

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It sounds like it could be a bunch of things...first, id check to see if the lugs are tight. Try retightening them in a star pattern t make sure thats not the problem. If thats not it, it might be the inner and outer tie rod ends. Our car had that same problem recently and we had to have those replaced. If that doesnt fix it, then it will most likely be the ball joints on that side of the vehicle. it will take some time, but replacing them should fix some of the problem.......
Another thing id try before doing all of that would be the wheel bearing. If its loose or worn really bad, it will make the wheel wobble and even separate from the spindle if its bad enough. Had a buddy that had his F-150 do the same thing while coming from college. Luckly we werent going fast into a turn or the wheel would have came off *luckly the bolt held up into we came to a stop on the road. hope this helps out any

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