Pulling of the steering wheel to one side is something that cannot be ignored

A car is not a monolithic piece of iron, so changes in handling are inevitable during operation. However, there are changes that simply cannot be ignored. One of them is the steering wheel pulling to one side.

First of all, make sure the car is moving on a flat road without any significant inclines. If the pull to one side persists, pay attention to the following aspects.

• Tires or a tire on one side losing pressure

This is the first thing to pay attention to. The side to which the car is pulling should have a tire with insufficient pressure. However, do not rely on a visual inspection. Visually, the tire may be fine, but it may still be underinflated by 0.5-1 BAR.

Remember that insufficient pressure can lead to overheating and complete tire deflation. Also, pay attention to possible causes of pressure loss.

• Incorrect camber-toe settings

If the pressure is fine, pay attention to the camber-toe settings. This is especially relevant if you have recently hit a pothole. The settings may have simply been knocked out of alignment. If you ignore this pull and just compensate for it by steering, uneven tire wear will not be long in coming, and the tires will simply need to be thrown away.

• Steering pull when braking

This is a dangerous signal. If you feel the steering pull only when braking, the likely cause may be brake pads or discs, specifically their significant wear. Of course, this should not be delayed either, and the issue should be addressed immediately.