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 or pulls Tires (worn or improperly inflated)

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Wheel alignment (incorrect) Click here
Steering linkage (loose or worn)

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Hub bearings (loose or worn) Click here
Steering gear (adjustment required or broken)

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Suspension parts (worn out) -
Front wheel shimmy Tires (worn or improperly inflated)

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Wheels (out of balance)

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Shock absorber (worn out) Click here
Wheel alignment (incorrect) Click here
Lower ball joint (worn) Click here
Upper ball joint (worn) Click here
Hub bearings (loose or worn) Click here
Steering linkage (loose or worn)

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Steering gear (adjustment required or broken)

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Rear wheel shimmy Tires (worn or improperly inflated)

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Wheels (out of balance)

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Shock absorber (worn out) Click here
Axle shaft (loose or worn) Click here