Yes | GO to A3 |
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No | ADJUST the tire pressures to the specified pressure or INSTALL new tires as necessary. |
A3 ISOLATE TIRE DRIFT/PULL CONDITION
Cross the front wheel and tire assemblies from left-to-right.
Does the vehicle drift/pull?
Yes | If the vehicle drifts/pulls in the opposite direction, tire forces are causing the drift/pull. ROTATE the wheel and tire assemblies front-to-rear. If the vehicle drifts/pulls in the same direction, GO to A4 |
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No | Tire forces were causing the drift/pull and the concern has been corrected. |
A4 CHECK FOR BRAKE DRAG
Spin all four wheel and tire assemblies by hand and check for brake drag.
Do the wheels spin freely?
Yes | GO to A5 |
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No | REFER to: Brake System (206-00 Brake System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing). to diagnose brake drag condition. |
A5 CHECK THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, check the wheel alignment.
Is the wheel alignment out of specification?
Yes | ADJUST the alignment as necessary. REFER to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures). |
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No | REFER to: Power Steering (211-02 Power Steering, Diagnosis and Testing). to diagnose steering system drift/pull/wander condition. |
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