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Troubleshooting
Problem: Handling too heavy or stiff
Condition
Remedy
1.
Front wheel alignment
incorrect
2.
Lubrication
inadequate
3.
Tire inflation pressure
low
4.
Tie rod ends
seizing
5.
Linkage connections
seizing
1. Adjust alignment
2. Lubricate appropriate components
3. Adjust pressure
4. Replace tie rod ends
5. Repair - replace connections
Problem: Steering oscillation
Condition
Remedy
1.
Tires
inflated unequally
2.
Wheel(s)
wobbly
3.
Wheel hub cap screw(s)
loose - missing
4.
Wheel hub bearing
worn - damaged
5.
Tie rod ends
worn - loose
6.
Tires
defective - incorrect
7.
A-arm bushings
damaged
8.
Bolts - nuts (frame)
loose
1. Adjust pressure
2. Replace wheel(s)
3. Tighten - replace cap screws
4. Replace bearing
5. Replace - tighten tie rod ends
6. Replace tires
7. Replace bushings
8. Tighten bolts - nuts
Problem: Steering pulling to one side
Condition
Remedy
1.
Tires
inflated unequally
2.
Front wheel alignment
incorrect
3.
Wheel hub bearings
worn - broken
4.
Frame
distorted
5.
Shock absorber
defective
1. Adjust pressure
2. Adjust alignment
3. Replace bearings
4. Repair - replace frame
5. Replace shock absorber
Problem: Tire wear rapid or uneven
Condition
Remedy
1.
Wheel hub bearings
worn - loose
2.
Front wheel alignment
incorrect
3.
Tire inflation pressure
incorrect
1. Replace bearings
2. Adjust alignment
3. Adjust pressure
Problem: Steering noise
Condition
Remedy
1.
Cap screws - nuts
loose
2.
Wheel hub bearings
broken - damaged
3.
Lubrication
inadequate
1. Tighten cap screws - nuts
2. Replace bearings
3. Lubricate appropriate components