What Causes the Steering Wheel to be Heavier on the Left and Lighter on the Right?
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It is caused by wear and jamming of the steering column universal joint, or faults in the steering power pump and steering gear. Below is a detailed introduction to the diagnosis of this issue: 1. Lift the front axle and turn the steering wheel. If the steering feels flexible, the fault lies in components such as the front axle and wheels. This is because lifting the front axle eliminates the contact resistance between the wheels and the road surface when turning the steering wheel. At this point, carefully check whether the front tire pressure is too low, whether the front leaf springs are in good condition, and whether the frame is deformed. 2. Lift the front axle and turn the steering wheel. If the steering feels heavy, it indicates a fault in the steering gear or steering linkage. At this point, you can remove the steering arm and turn the steering wheel again. If it still feels heavy, the fault lies inside the steering gear, and repairs or replacement of damaged parts should be carried out as needed. 3. After removing the steering arm, turn the steering wheel. If it feels light and flexible, it indicates no fault in the steering gear. If no faults are found in the tires, front leaf springs, frame, or steering gear after the above checks, the issue can be basically determined.