What to Do When the Car Pulls to One Side?
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The solution to a car pulling to one side is to perform a four-wheel alignment. During driving, the car may inevitably experience impacts, which can cause deviations in the wheel alignment after the tires are hit. The supporting components of the car's chassis may also undergo slight deformation due to bumps or vibrations. The four-wheel alignment primarily adjusts the relative position between the wheels and the chassis. For the front wheels, this includes caster angle, kingpin inclination, camber, and toe; for the rear wheels, it includes camber and toe. Situations that require a four-wheel alignment include: 1. The vehicle's driving performance is affected; 2. Damage to the chassis and suspension due to an accident; 3. Abnormal tire wear; 4. Components of the axle or suspension have been removed.
I once encountered a steering wheel pulling issue where my car kept veering to the left while driving, which felt quite strenuous. The most common cause is tire-related problems, such as uneven tire pressure or excessive wear on a particular tire, which affects balance. First, check the tires yourself to ensure the front, rear, left, and right tire pressures are consistent—generally, the standard is around 2.3-2.5 bar. If the tires appear fine, try rotating them, such as moving the rear tires to the front. If that doesn’t work, it might be due to misaligned wheel alignment, which requires professional equipment at a repair shop—the cost is low, but safety is paramount. Don’t overlook the brakes either; a stuck brake caliper on one side can also pull the steering. If you suddenly feel instability while driving, pull over to avoid risks at high speeds. As a routine, I recommend checking alignment and tires every 20,000 kilometers—developing this habit can save you major trouble.
