Preliminary Inspections - Steering. Suspension, Tires & Wheels

Inspect
^ Tires for wrong pressure and uneven wear.
^ Joints from the column to the steering gear for loose connectors or wear.
^ Front and rear suspension, and the steering gear or linkage for loose or damaged parts.
^ For out-of-round or out-of-balance tires, bent wheels, and loose and/or rough wheel bearings.
^ Power steering system for leaks. Also check the power steering fluid level and the drive belt tension.