Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of a problem. The likely causes of the problem are indicated in descending order. Check each suspected area in order. Repair or replace faulty parts or perform adjustments as necessary.
AXLE SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Wander or pulls | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Front wheel alignment (incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Front hub bearings (loose or worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Rear hub bearings (loose or worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Suspension parts (worn out) | - | |
| Front wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Wheels (out of balance) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber (worn out) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Front wheel alignment (incorrect) | Refer to ADJUSTMENT | |
| Lower ball joint (worn) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Axle hub bearings (loose or worn) | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Steering gear (adjustment required or broken) | Refer to REMOVAL | |
| Rear wheel shimmy | Tires (worn or improperly inflated) | Refer to INSPECTION |
| Wheels (out of balance) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Shock absorber (worn out) | Refer to INSPECTION | |
| Axle hub bearings | Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION | |
| Rear wheel alignment (incorrect) | Refer to INSPECTION |