Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1998)
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Incorrect, worn, or loose engine mounts causing adverse drive axle angles.
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Unequal engine/transmission height from the left side to the right side of the vehicle. If a difference from side to side is more than 6 mm (17/64 in)
, change the trim heights by installing a stronger spring in the side which is lower, or a weaker spring in the side which is shorter than the specified
Z heights. Replace the mounts. Do not shim the engine mounts as this may cause other symptoms.
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On occasion, side-to-side trim height differences may be the result of a faulty stabilizer shaft. In order to check this, disconnect the stabilizer links
and re-measure the trim heights. If the side-to-side difference is corrected, replace the stabilizer shaft. If there is no change in the trim height, do
not change the stabilizer shaft. A trim height difference of more than 6 mm (17/64 in), indicates a possible bent stabilizer shaft, attaching links, or
a bent suspension component that may need replacement.
The following conditions affect the vehicle handling and/or effect a constant right or left lead separate from torque steer causes. The existence of one or
more of these conditions may compound a torque steer complaint.
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Incorrect front-wheel alignment or a rear-wheel alignment condition which would cause the vehicle to track incorrectly. A difference in the front
wheel to rear wheel measurement compared side to side may indicate a dog track condition or one front wheel ahead of the other due to a
misalignment or other condition. A substantial caster difference is an indication of misalignment or an other condition. Front-wheel caster should
be equal or within the specifications and the camber may be biased slightly in order to offset a lead condition.
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Suspension support misalignment. Refer to UNDERBODY, which lists measurement points in order to determine proper underbody alignment.
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Front suspension damage, such as a bent strut.
Vehicle Leads/Pulls
