Vehicle Leads/Pulls. Cadillac Catera 2001

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Suspension General Diagnosis 🢒 Vehicle Leads/Pulls

Step

Action

Yes

Lead/pull is the deviation of the vehicle from a straight path on a level road with no pressure on the steering wheel. Use the lead/pull correction table in order to verify that improper wheel alignment or worn components are not mistaken for tire lead.

Road test the vehicle to verify the complaint.

Select a smooth level surface to perform the test.

Does the condition exist?

Go to Step 2

System OK

Inspect the tire/wheel assemblies for the following:

•	Correct tire pressure

Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure Specifications in Maintenance and Lubrication.

•	Correct tire size

Refer to Tire Placard in General Information.

Do any of the above conditions apply?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

Repair/replace the tire/wheel assemblies as necessary.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 14

Inspect the front/rear suspensions for the following:

•	Vehicle trim height

Refer to Trim Height Inspection .

•	Excessive wear or loose components

•	Excessive wheel bearing play

Refer to Wheel Bearings Diagnosis - Sealed .

Do any of the above conditions apply?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

Replace components as necessary.

•	Tighten components to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Front Suspension or Fastener Tightening Specifications in Rear Suspension.