AXLE SYSTEM > PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

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HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, 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
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Wanders or pulls
Tire (worn or improperly inflated)
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Front wheel alignment (incorrect)
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Rear wheel alignment (incorrect)
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Front axle hub (loose or worn)
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Rear axle hub and bearing (loose or worn)
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Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn)
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Steering gear (broken)
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Suspension parts (worn out)
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Front wheel shimmy
Tire (worn or improperly inflated)
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Wheel (out of balance)
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Front shock absorber (worn out)
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Front wheel alignment (incorrect)
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Front lower ball joint (worn)
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Front axle hub (loose or worn)
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Steering intermediate shaft (loose or worn)
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Steering gear (broken)
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Rear wheel shimmy
Tire (worn or improperly inflated)
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Wheel (out of balance)
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Rear shock absorber (worn out)
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Rear axle hub and bearing (loose or worn)
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Rear wheel alignment (incorrect)
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