Misalignment?
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Racer
Joined: Mar 2001
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From: Chicago, IL, USA
Misalignment?
When I drive sometimes in my a4, I have a slight swerving to the left at moderate speeds. Seems the car isn't aligned correctly. I did lower my car a couple of months ago and there are 17k miles on the runcraps. Could this be the problem?
Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2000
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From: Shenandoah Valley Virginia
Re: Misalignment? (gaww)
Uneven lowering from side to side can cause a pull to one side or the other. Find a very flat straight road with no wear ruts. Line the car up in your lane going slowly - 20-25 mph - and let go of the wheel. Does it pull ? Then you probably need to align the car. First check the ride height at all four corners. the car has to be even on both fronts and both rears, if not adjust prior to alignment. Also check for non symetrical tire wear on the front or rear tires. If they are worn more to one side than the other it will definitely cause a pull. Alignment will not cure a tire pull. Burn em off and get new. :D
