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Problem Symptoms Table

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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.

AXLE SYSTEM

Symptom Suspected Area See
Wanders / pulls 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) Refer to INSPECTION
2. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) Refer to ADJUSTMENT
3. Steering linkage (Loose or worn) -
4. Stabilizer bar (Loose) Refer to INSPECTION
Front wheel shimmy 1. Tires (Worn or improperly inflated) Refer to INSPECTION
2. Wheels (Out of balance) Refer to INSPECTION
3. Shock absorber (Worn out) Refer to INSPECTION
4. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) Refer to ADJUSTMENT
5. Lower ball joint (Worn) Refer to INSPECTION
6. Hub bearings (Loose or worn) Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
7. Steering linkage (Loose or worn) -
Rear wheel shimmy 1. Hub bearings (Loose or worn) Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
2. Shock absorber (Worn out) Refer to INSPECTION
3. Wheel alignment (Incorrect) Refer to ADJUSTMENT