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Steering torque- Nissan Maxima

Discussion in 'Off-Topic Discussion' started by Les7311, Dec 1, 2018.

  1. Dec 1, 2018 at 7:04 AM
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    Les7311

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    need your expertise forumites!!!!

    2011 maxima, 159k miles
    A year back I installed all new struts, out rods, shocks, LCA.

    Two weeks ago I replaced all four tires then get alignment

    Now: am having a severe torque steer to the right. Any touch to the accelerator the car can move a foot in lane while holding steering straight. Get off pedal and it treck straight.

    Where should I start looking for my DIY?

    I can comment more as the response are flowing

    Help!!
     
  2. Dec 1, 2018 at 7:05 AM
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    This started after the alignment?
    If so, take it back to that shop and raise hell!
     
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  4. Dec 1, 2018 at 7:18 AM
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    This is the upper engine mount. See that hairline crack??? Could this be the culprit? Don’t mind doing this surgery...
     
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    Zoom in and see crack on mount, one over the passenger wheel. Could this be the culprit?
     
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    You mostly just get excess vibrations from bad motor mounts, that shouldn't be making the car pull to the right under acceleration.
    That mount should be replaced anyway though.

    Since the car is FWD, I'd imagine something is up with a CV axle.
    I'm no expert on FWD cars, but more power may be going to one than the other when you hit the gas.
     
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  7. Dec 1, 2018 at 11:40 AM
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    All that real estate light showing is a fully worn and damaged torque strut mount. That said, I will have to replace the other 3.

    The car drives a lot better, however I do feel a slight pull, not as aggressive as before.

    More surgery.

    Conclusion, Them darn mounts!!!
     

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