Steering problem

MATT PENNY SHAW

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2005 FORD FALCON
4.0L
6 CYL
RWD
MANUAL
240,000 MILES

Hi, It has started pulling to the right under acceleration than when you let of jerks back left. Almost feels like your going sideways in the rear end. Any idea what this could be? Checked wheel bearings and they are all good. Was thinking the leaf springs?

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HMAC300

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Check for broken motor mounts may be the problem, then have suspension checked. I doubt it is wheel bearings.

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Tuesday, June 13th, 2017 AT 6:06 AM

STEVE W.

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Which version do you have? The sedans have independent rear suspension while the wagon and utility have leaves. If it is a leaf unit it could be a broken shackle, leaf or loose U bolts holding the axle in. Should be readily apparent if you jack it up and look under it.

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Tuesday, June 13th, 2017 AT 8:08 PM

MATT PENNY SHAW

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Yeah, I will have a look today and seen what I can find. Thanks guys

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Tuesday, June 13th, 2017 AT 10:51 PM

KEN L

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There is a stabilizer bar that I would look at, here is a diagram (below) of what I am talking about.

Please let us know what happens, we are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken

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