AXLE SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Tech Tips
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Wanders / Pulls | Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) for 2WD | ||
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) for AWD | ||
| Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | ||
| Stabilizer bar (Loose) for 2WD | ||
| Stabilizer bar (Loose) for AWD | ||
| Front wheel shimmy | Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | |
| Wheels (Out of balance) | ||
| Shock absorber (Worn out) | ||
| Pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber (worn out) | ||
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) for 2WD | ||
| Wheel alignment (Incorrect) for AWD | ||
| Lower Ball joint (Worn) | ||
| Hub bearings (Loose or worn) for 2WD | ||
| Hub bearings (Loose or worn) for AWD | ||
| Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | ||
| Rear wheel shimmy | Hub bearings (Loose or worn) | |
| Shock absorber (Worn out) | ||
| Pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber (worn out) |