INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Steering Wheel Is Heavy, Vibrates or Pulls to One Side
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DIAGNOSIS
- STEP 1. Check the tires.
Refer to DIAGNOSIS .
Q: Are the tires in normal condition?
YES : Replace the tires as necessary, then go to Step 2.
NO : If out of balance, balance the tires as necessary. If excessively worn, replace the tires as necessary and go to Step 5.
- STEP 2. Check the wheel alignment.
Refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE .
Q: Is the wheel alignment correct?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO : Adjust it, then go to Step 5.
- STEP 3. Check the lower arm ball joint.
Q: Is the ball joint in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 4.
NO : Replace the lower arm assembly, then go to Step 5.
- STEP 4. Check the coil spring.
Q: Is the coil spring in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 5.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 5.
- STEP 5. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1.