How to Adjust a Crooked Steering Wheel?
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Adjustment method for a crooked steering wheel: Adjust the tie rod. The tie rod is a crucial component in a car's steering mechanism, directly affecting the vehicle's handling stability, operational safety, and tire lifespan. If the tie rod is uneven in length (one side longer than the other), it will cause the car to veer towards the longer side. The direct method to correct a misaligned steering wheel is a wheel alignment. Wheel alignment is based on the four-wheel parameters of the vehicle, adjusted to ensure optimal driving performance and reliability. Front wheel alignment includes four aspects: caster angle, kingpin inclination angle, camber angle, and toe-in; rear wheel alignment includes camber angle and individual rear wheel toe-in.
A crooked steering wheel is really annoying, my old car often does this. The main reason is incorrect wheel alignment, probably because you frequently drive on bumpy roads or hit something once. To adjust it, first check if the tire pressure is equal on both sides yourself, as uneven pressure can pull the steering off. If that's not the issue, go to a professional auto repair shop for a four-wheel alignment. They use machines to measure wheel angles and then adjust the screws on the tie rods to correct it. If not fixed in time, the tires will wear unevenly, and the car may drift at high speeds, which is unsafe and costly. I recommend checking the alignment every six months and maintaining stable tire pressure to prevent problems, making driving smoother and more fuel-efficient.
