What Causes a Car to Pull to One Side?
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Automobile direction deviation may be caused by the following reasons: 1. Insufficient tire pressure is one of the main causes of car direction deviation. Unequal tire pressure, mainly caused by inconsistent tire pressure in the drive wheels, can lead to different degrees of wear between the drive wheels and the ground if the left and right tire pressures are unequal. Different friction levels can directly cause the car to pull to one side. 2. Abnormalities in the car's steering system. Issues within the car's steering system can also result in direction deviation. 3. The use of tires with different tread patterns on the two sides or uneven wear on the tires. This situation can cause different friction levels between the tires and the ground, leading to braking deviation. Additional Information: 1. If direction deviation is noticed while driving, it is advisable to stop and inspect the vehicle immediately if conditions permit. 2. If stopping immediately is not possible, find a safe place to stop as soon as possible.
I recently experienced a situation where the steering wheel kept pulling to one side, as if wrestling with it. During the inspection, we found an extreme difference in tire pressure among all four tires - the right front was down to just 1.8 bar. The mechanic explained that uneven tire pressure causes different contact areas, like walking with a limp that naturally pulls you sideways. We also discovered a slightly stuck brake caliper, with one side's brake pads constantly rubbing against the disc, equivalent to driving with half the brakes engaged. The steering linkage ball joint had worn out with noticeable play, making the steering feedback vague. For such issues, don't tough it out - get a four-wheel alignment at a tire shop as soon as possible. After adjustment, you'll instantly regain that perfect car-driver connection feeling.
