3.2TL TYPE S V6-3.2L SOHC (2002)
Alignment: By Symptom
Steering - Vehicle Pulls Left or Right
06-039
October 7, 2006
Applies To:
ALL 1999-07 Models
Vehicle Pulling or Drifting
SYMPTOM
While driving on a straight road, the vehicle pulls or drifts to the right or the left.
BACKGROUND
New tools were developed to help you diagnose and correct a pulling and/or steering wheel off-center issue. There is a diagnosis worksheet included to
take on your test-drive and record your findings. These values are used to build the 15-digit DTC (diagnostic trouble code) that is required for your
warranty claim. The last step in each repair procedure helps you create the correct code.
In the rare case that you have to repair a vehicle that pulls and has the steering wheel off-center, use REPAIR PROCEDURE B to file your warranty
claim.
PROBABLE CAUSES
Several conditions can cause the vehicle to pull or drift:
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Wheel alignment
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Tires
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Steering wheel off-center (no pulling or drifting, but a client may believe this is the case)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Diagnose the problem using the special tools and the worksheet on page 4 that guides you to one of three repair procedures.
TOOL INFORMATION
Centering Tape (enough
to diagnose 240 vehicles):
T/N 07AAJ-001A300
Steering Drift Set Level:
T/N 07AAJ-001A200
Steering Drift Set:
T/N 07AAJ-001A140
Replacement Weight
for Steering Drift Set:
TIN 07AAJ-001A400
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part:
P/N 53560-SDA-A01
