How can I make my Jeep Wrangler more stable?
Put on aftermarket wheels that have less backspacing than the stock wheels. This will make your wheels stick out farther, which adds more front and rear tracking, which ads stability when cornering and lees likely to roll over.
What makes my car’s rear end sway when I stop?
It is less common for springs to become worn, though this can be a consideration on vehicles with high miles. To check the stiffness of your vehicle’s rear shocks (or front shocks), push the corner of the car down as hard as possible. When the car rises back up, it should do so smoothly and quickly and come to a stop.
Why does my Jeep wander off the road?
by Tim Petruccio. Wandering can be caused by a single problematic source in your Jeep’s steering, suspension, tires, or brakes. Some vehicles can wander so bad that it actually causes a pulling sensation to the left or right when you have your hands on the steering wheel.
What does it mean when your car sways from side to side?
What is it called when the rear end of your car sways back and forth from side to side? When the rear end of a car feels it’s being blown by wind, this is known as fishtailing. It usually includes only the rears. You have this problem when the tires skid on the road surface.
What causes a jeep to go out of alignment?
Bad ball joints will cause a vehicle to become out of alignment and cause a wandering in the steering. Ball joints are the main link between the steering and suspension. Use a flashlight to see if necessary. Remove the front wheel from the Jeep and visually inspect the front brake assembly.
How to troubleshoot a car that has extra bounce or sway?
Step 1: Measure ride height. Measure the height from the ground to wheel wells of the tire. From side to side, more than 1/2 inch difference between sides means a weak shock absorber or other suspension issue. Ride height that is off more than an inch is cause for serious concern.
What causes bump steer on a Jeep Wrangler?
Bump steer occurs when the vehicle darts right or left after hitting a bump in the road, and is easier to identify through improperly installed suspension kits, or broken/damaged steering components. Nor should it be confused with a vibrations felt at higher speeds, as this is normally caused by an improperly aligned vehicle.
What to do if your rear struts are bad?
Disconnect the bolt holding the bottom of the strut to the steering knuckle. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the other side of the rear of the car. Compress the coil spring, and hold the stem with a wrench while you use a ratchet to remove the upper self-locking nut from the strut assembly.
Why is my tie rod not moving on my Jeep?
Your Jeep’s tie rod and tie rod ends should be next on the hit list. To check these, use a jack to lift up the front of the Jeep and then have a friend grab one wheel and twist it back and forth. If the tie rod doesn’t move, but the ends seem to wiggle, then they most likely need replacement.