The correct basic position of the wheels is decisive for whether your car reliably follows the front wheels on a straight road or on bends. Even one powerful impact with a curbstone can significantly disrupt the geometry of the front axle. Knocked out joints and rubber supports or unprofessional repairs equally negatively affect the driving characteristics. Always leave the optical inspection to a workshop with a stand for checking the installation of the steering wheels. However, as an attentive driver, you can detect misaligned front wheels yourself. But only if both front tires are from the same manufacturer and have a comparable profile depth and the prescribed air pressure. Check the base and observe the following symptoms:
- An unexpectedly slanted steering wheel is an incontrovertible sign of crooked front wheels. Always make sure that the steering wheel is also straight when driving straight.
- Do the front wheels of your Focus stand straight when the steering wheel is straight?
- If you let go of your hands, does your car go straight on a level road? Or does it go left or right?
- When exiting a turn, does the steering wheel return to a straight position on its own?
- Are the tires wearing evenly? Do you see different wear patterns on the edges of the profile?
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