I have a 2003 Kia Rio Cinco with Front End Steering Problems ….. I need Advice for repairs PLEASE!!!!!


PROBLEM: While driving 40- 60 mph the car will suddenly PULL/ JUMP/JERK to the right (very dangerous). This is a sporadic occurrence, usually while taking a left hand curve in the road or while braking in a curve. It appears that the problem is in the right front end/wheel area. Also recently I was hearing a grinding/rubbing noise when I turned the steering wheel front that same right front wheel. The car steers/rides smoothly while driving straight making it appear that the alignment is okay.

Currently I have my car at a local (recently certified) Kia Dealership/Mechanics. They have replaced both tie rod ends, both ball joints, with a new front & rear end alignment. Cost $950.00 for labor/parts. STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. They’re checking with their Technical support people!?!?! Hope this all makes sense.

PLEASE ANY ADVICE WELCOME!!!!

Thanks in advance

Hmmm! Not mentioned on the repair list is the brake and caliper for that side, wheel bearing, and the condition of the CV joints in the half shaft - all of above could act up with steering, braking and also might behave just going straight ahead?? Except for the wheel bearing(s) those wouldn't show up with a routine alignment either but wheel bearings could be tight enough and bad for an aligment.

This is scary - the shop has missed all this??

T
Tom Greenleaf - MetroWest Boston - USA
http://www.acsource.com/

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