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jimmy



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pulling to 1 side / tracking

My FL2 pulls to 1 side (away from incoming traffic) - but it seems more so, compared to other cars I have had.

(I have checked the tire pressures etc.....).


Does anyone else's pull noticeably ?


Anyone know how to adjust the tracking ??

Post #24550 21st Jul 2008 7:49 am
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npinks



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are you getting any abnormal tire wear?

When i had my front tires changed, I asked the garage to check the tracking, but they was unable to obtain the settings.

So it might be a dealer job? Former Mod/Member, with the most post & Chicken George Arch nemesis

Post #24553 21st Jul 2008 9:23 am
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pwven



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You can also rotate the tires to see if there is an difference. If not then the tracking must be done.

Post #24555 21st Jul 2008 10:02 am
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snappa



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Does it pull all the time or just when braking?

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jimmy



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it pulls all the time...........! Big Cry


I would prefer to attempt the tracking correction myself - i.e. just a quarter of a turn each time - and then see how it reacts.

I just need to know what to turn........! Thumbs Up

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snappa



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Whoa I wouldn't attempt anything like that myself, not without laser equipment, you could end up making it a LOT worse.

Could a brake caliper be binding slightly?

Post #24571 21st Jul 2008 3:38 pm
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Use a Yorkshire style precision instrument

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Post #24574 21st Jul 2008 4:15 pm
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snappa



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Ah the old 'persuader'

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jimmy



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.........I called the Dealers and they advised they must check all 4 wheels (not just the front 2) when it pulls to one side.

I guess the "quarter of a turn" method may not be sophisticated enough ! Rolling with laughter

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it was more sophisticated than my method Shocked At work
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jimmy



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.......I think your method does have its merits though.......at least you will know straight away if it has worked or not...... Thumbs Up

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