Problem Symptoms Table
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.
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS REFERENCE
| Symptom | Suspected area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Wander or pulls | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Wheel alignment (incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Hub bearings (loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | ||
| Front wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Wheels (out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| Shock absorber (worn out) | REMOVAL | |
| Wheel alignment (incorrect) | FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT | |
| Lower Ball joint (worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Upper Ball joint (worn) | REMOVAL | |
| Hub bearings (loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | POWER STEERING GEAR | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM |
| Wheels (out of balance) | TIRE AND WHEEL SYSTEM | |
| Shock absorber (worn out) | INSPECTION | |
| 1. Axle bearings (loose or worn) | ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION |