RAM 3500 Van V8-360 5.9L VIN 5 Magnum (1998)
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Tires that have a belt that has shifted.
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Incorrect tire pressure.
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A vehicle that is carrying excess added weight (above manufactures front and/or rear AWR).
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Steering and/or suspension components that are worn, damaged or out of adjustment.
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Wheel bearings that are loose, worn, or damaged.
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A vehicle that is not within alignment specifications.
NOTE:
CERTAIN CONDITIONS (E.G. HIGH ROAD CROWN, GROOVED ROADS, CROSSWIND, ETC.), MAY CONTRIBUTE TO STEERING
WANDER.
The following Steering Wander Diagnosis was developed to ensure that the vehicle and its steering system components are functioning as designed and
are not the root cause of steering wander.
PARTS REQUIRED:
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Diagnosis/Repair Procedures
1.
Verity that the vehicle is not equipped with non-factory installed options, or equipment that may cause the vehicle to wander. Equipment such as
heavy tool boxes or hardware may cause the vehicle to exceed the front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
2.
Inspect the front suspension components including wheel bearings, for any signs of wear or damage. Make any repairs necessary.
NOTE:
MOST AIR LEVELING SYSTEMS DESIGNED FOR THE RAM VAN/WAGON SHOULD NOT CAUSE STEERING WANDER. HOWEVER,
