Definition: Lead/pull is the deviation of the vehicle from a straight path on a level road with no pressure on the steering wheel.

Did you perform the Vehicle Leads/Pull diagnostic table in Suspension General Diagnosis?

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Go to Vehicle Leads/Pulls in Suspension General Diagnosis

Road test the vehicle to verify the complaint. Select a smooth level surface to perform the test

Does the condition exist?

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System OK

1. Cross-switch the front tire/wheel assemblies, refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
2. Road test the vehicle on a smooth level surface.

Does the vehicle still lead/pull?

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System OK

Does the vehicle lead/pull in the opposite direction?

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Go to Wheel Alignment Measurement in Wheel Alignment

1. Cross-switch the left front tire/wheel assembly with the left rear tire/wheel assembly, refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
2. Road test the vehicle on a smooth level surface.

Does the vehicle still lead/pull?

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1. Cross-switch the right front tire/wheel assembly with the right rear tire/wheel assembly, refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
2. Road test the vehicle on a smooth level surface.

Does the vehicle still lead/pull?

Go to Wheel Alignment Measurement in Wheel Alignment

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Replace the left rear tire, refer to Tire Mounting and Dismounting .

Is the repair complete?

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Replace the right rear tire, refer to Tire Mounting and Dismounting .

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 9

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Verify proper vehicle operation.

Does the original condition still exist?

Go to Step 1

System OK