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Directional Stability

Prior to performing these troubleshooting steps refer to steps found under General Steering of this section. General Steering

1. Is directional stability concern when vehicle is towing?
YES Check towing/vehicle loading parameters in Owner's Handbook.
NO Go to step 3.
2. Is problem resolved?
YES End
NO Continue.
3. Check condition of rear trailing link/chassis bushes.
4. Is the problem resolved?
YES End
NO Continue.
5. Check condition of front and rear shock absorbers.
- If in doubt change units in pairs, side to side.
6. Is problem resolved?
YES End
NO Continue.
7. Check steering damper. Steering Damper (Steering Kickback)
8 .Is problem resolved?
YES End
NO Continue.
9. Check wheel balance
10. Is problem resolved?
YES End
NO Contact the manufacturers Technical Support Office.