steering wheel not center while driving straight

[BSw]

The last couple weeks the steering week is off to the left when driving on a straight line, at this point it's almost 5degree off from the center.
So far the steering is very responsive although it pulls slightly right (direction when you center the steering wheel)
Anyone else has this issue

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[bwilliam79]

The last couple weeks the steering week is off to the left when driving on a straight line, at this point it's almost 5degree off from the center.
So far the steering is very responsive although it pulls slightly right (direction when you center the steering wheel)
Anyone else has this issue

We have this exact same issue where it pulls to the right, requiring a constant slight left steering to keep straight. Took it to the local dealership and they said they did an alignment and found nothing wrong, but it's still not right. There also seems to be a little play in the steering similar to some other threads I've seen here. We're heading out for a two week trip in the next couple of days and plan to take it back to the dealership when we return.

 

[Pipebndr]

The last couple weeks the steering week is off to the left when driving on a straight line, at this point it's almost 5degree off from the center.
So far the steering is very responsive although it pulls slightly right (direction when you center the steering wheel)
Anyone else has this issue

I have the exact same issue. Always tugging on the wheel to the left to keep it straight down the road. When it goes in for the recall I going to have the alignment checked and request a print out of the specs that the vehicle is set at. I aligned cars for forty years and the statement it is in spec can be correct but from left to right they can be at opposite ends of the spec and cause this type of issue. Example Castor spec from manufacture can be 2-4 degrees castor. If the right is at 2 degrees castor and the left is at 4 degrees this can cause an issue. What you want is less than .5 difference between left and right when you dealing with a problem.

 

[Jeepsterfreak]

What adjustment can be made on the Wrangler? I’ve read toe is all that can be adjusted. The drag link can also be adjusted if needed to center the steering wheel.

 

[Pipebndr]

What adjustment can be made on the Wrangler? I’ve read toe is all that can be adjusted. The drag link can also be adjusted if needed to center the steering wheel.

I am unsure on the JL but on other straight axle vehicles they made a sleeve that would move the shaft on the ball joint or after market manufactures actually built a ball joint that was offset to adjust camber or castor individually or upper control arms can change total castor on the entire axle. These are usually added with a lift. Usually tire pressure not being equal left to right or castor is the culprit that causes a drift or pull. Castor adjustment is known as the comfort adjustment as it really doesn’t effect tire wear. I am unsure of the JL specifics, this is why I would request the actually print out on my vehicle and go over it then start my research.

 

[WXman]

FIRST thing you need to do is verify that your JL is not listed in the steering shaft recall. If your steering shaft has split it will allow the splines to jump and your wheel will be off center. Obviously this is a dangerous situation, hence the safety recall.

If your steering shaft and all other components are fine, then you can adjust your steering wheel at the collar on the drag link. You loosen the 15mm nut and then you spin the collar with a large set of pliers. Spinning it so that the bottom of the collar moves toward the rear of the Jeep makes the steering wheel turn clockwise, and spinning the collar so that the top of it spins toward the rear of the Jeep makes the wheel spin counterclockwise. Go slow...small changes make big changes at the steering wheel. You may need to drive the Jeep and redo this process a few times to get it perfect.

 

[BombayTuna]

Would love to hear back if anyone finds out how this can be adjusted. After getting my Falken Wildpeak 285/75/17 put on, I have had this issues too. I also took it back, they checked the alignment, and told me all is well (received a printout after initial install and after re-check and both were good it seemed.) The computer printout was showing at the top that the Jeep was a JK, but I don't know enough about alignments to know if that makes a difference, or not... Does anyone else know?
Thanks

 

[Pipebndr]

Would love to hear back if anyone finds out how this can be adjusted. After getting my Falken Wildpeak 285/75/17 put on, I have had this issues too. I also took it back, they checked the alignment, and told me all is well (received a printout after initial install and after re-check and both were good it seemed.) The computer printout was showing at the top that the Jeep was a JK, but I don't know enough about alignments to know if that makes a difference, or not... Does anyone else know?
Thanks

Post print out and I will read them and give you a professionals opinion

 

[doubletap]

It's road crown pull.

 

[WalkingJL]

I have the exact same right pull, and I have to correct to the left pretty much the whole time I drive. I got it aligned after I put the rubicon suspension on and while the numbers look good it still pulls right.

It pulled to the right before the suspension install the exact same amount.

 

[JeepCares]

The last couple weeks the steering week is off to the left when driving on a straight line, at this point it's almost 5degree off from the center.
So far the steering is very responsive although it pulls slightly right (direction when you center the steering wheel)
Anyone else has this issue

We have this exact same issue where it pulls to the right, requiring a constant slight left steering to keep straight. Took it to the local dealership and they said they did an alignment and found nothing wrong, but it's still not right. There also seems to be a little play in the steering similar to some other threads I've seen here. We're heading out for a two week trip in the next couple of days and plan to take it back to the dealership when we return.

I have the exact same issue. Always tugging on the wheel to the left to keep it straight down the road. When it goes in for the recall I going to have the alignment checked and request a print out of the specs that the vehicle is set at. I aligned cars for forty years and the statement it is in spec can be correct but from left to right they can be at opposite ends of the spec and cause this type of issue. Example Castor spec from manufacture can be 2-4 degrees castor. If the right is at 2 degrees castor and the left is at 4 degrees this can cause an issue. What you want is less than .5 difference between left and right when you dealing with a problem.

Hi all,

If you are currently experiencing concerns with your steering, we would like to hear more about it. Please send us a PM with your VIN, mileage, and additional details so that we can investigate this further.

Darlene
Jeep Social Care Specialist

 

[BombayTuna]

Post print out and I will read them and give you a professionals opinion

First printout is going from stock tires and then 33’s

Second printout is after 33’s and coming back to tire shop with my alignment complaint

Any help is appreciated, thanks!!

 

[Pipebndr]

First printout is going from stock tires and then 33’s

Second printout is after 33’s and coming back to tire shop with my alignment complaint

Any help is appreciated, thanks!!

I noticed that they didn’t do a castor reading. Makes me question if they did a complete alignment set up. Your first read out the toe was off but that is corrected now. Here is a link that may help you understand what the alignment readings are referring to. Nothing but a little geometry.
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/techpage.jsp?techid=4

 

[msteiner77]

Just had the Mopar lift installed, with 35x12.5's and am experiencing the exact same issue. Wheel is at a constant 11:00 o'clock while driving straight. If on the highway and I let go of the wheel I'm in the right lane within seconds.
Vehicle has been to the dealership 3 times since, and every time they've said it's perfectly aligned and that it's road crowning that is causing it....
Hard to believe that 99% of all roads are crowned the same direction.

Would love to hear a resolution or solution to this.... It's driving me nuts!!!!!

Cheers,
M

 

[drummerchick]

*following*

I also have the right pull. Will have them check alignment when I go in for the cruise control recall. I am also experiencing torque steer to the right during acceleration.

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