AXLE SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

Tech Tips

Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, 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.

Axle System
Symptom Suspected Area Link
Wander / pulls Tires (worn or improperly inflated)

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Front wheel alignment (incorrect)

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Rear wheel alignment (incorrect)

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Steering linkage (loose or worn)

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Front stabilizer bar (Loose)

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Front wheel shimmy Tires (worn or improperly inflated)

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Wheels (out of balance)

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Front shock absorber (worn out)

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Front wheel alignment (incorrect)

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Front lower ball joint (worn)

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Front axle hub (loose or worn)

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Steering linkage (loose or worn)

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Rear wheel shimmy Tires (worn or improperly inflated)

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Wheels (out of balance)

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Rear shock absorber (worn out)

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Rear axle hub and bearing (loose or worn)

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Rear wheel alignment (incorrect)

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