n reg nissan almera pulling to nearside

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Fri 2 Jul 2004 23:09
n reg nissan almera pulling to nearside - snowy1947
Hi hope someone can help me with a problem I have with an "N" reg nissan almera 1.4 lx.It continually pulls to the near side while driving,it brakes in a straight line.
I have had the tracking laser checked and it is o/k.Both front tyres seem to be in good condition with no signs of uneven wear.
The pulling is not severe,but if i let go of the stearing wheel it would be into the kerb within about 3 to 4 seconds.
Any suggestions?
(First posting on these boards so please be gentle with me!!!!)
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Fri 2 Jul 2004 23:36
n reg nissan almera pulling to nearside - Aprilia
Its down to checking the basics.
Check front *and* rear wheel alignment. Check ride height at each corner. Basic chassis alignment check. Check for brake dragging on one side (front and rear). Feel the wheel centres after a run - side-to-side temperatures should be the same.
Could possibly be a fault with the P/S rack valving - but highly unlikely.
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