Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
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.
SYMPTOMS REFERENCE
| Symptom | Suspected area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Wanders / pulls | 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| 2. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 3. Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | - | |
| 4. Stabilizer bar (Loose) | REMOVAL | |
| Front wheel shimmy | 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| 2. Wheels (Out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| 3. Shock absorber (Worn out) | INSPECTION | |
| 4. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| 5. Lower ball joint (Worn) | INSPECTION | |
| 6. Hub bearings (Loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| 7. Steering linkage (Loose or worn) | - | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | 1. Hub bearings (Loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |
| 2. Shock absorber (Worn out) | DISASSEMBLY | |
| 3. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) | REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT |