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I dont know much about cars but im thinking it's a toe problem.
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Well, it could be an alignment problem but it also could be that the position of the steering wheel has been changed without affecting the alignment settings.Start by turning the steering wheel all the way to the left. Then, turn the steering all the way to the right and count the turns. Bring the steering back half way (if you had 3 1/4 turns, for example, then bring it back 1 1/2 and then the closest approximation to 1/8 of a turn.
If the steering wheel is straight at that point, then the front wheel position has to be corrected. Assuming that toe-in is correct, then the best way to do it is by turning the tie rods one turn in each direction until the wheels point straight (you turn each tie rod towards the same direction)
If the steering wheel is not straight and (assuming again that the toe-in is correct), then the steering wheel needs to be pulled off and reinstalled straight.
You can measure toe-in using a string if you are very careful. Take the string (one that doesn't easily stretch) and measure from back of each wheel at some point in the thread pattern. Move the card so that the wheels turn one half of a revolution, then measure the front at the same spot. Without knowing the exact specifications of your Corolla, I'd say that anything around 1/8 to 1/4 inch of toe-in is adequate.
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if you dont know much about cars go pay to have it aligned.i have had a tracker put on my work van is there any way i can use it nad not get cought?
Get the front end aligned. The toe-in could be correct but once it's set the steering wheel needs to be centered. That's done by adjusting each side an equal amount in the same direction. That way the toe-in stays the same and the wheel is centered.If it "suddenly" went out of whack, you probably have front suspension damage. It might be repairable with an alignment but parts replacement is very likely needed.
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if your steering wheel isnt straight, then more then likely, you may have hit a curb or something...you will need to have a front end alignment...normally cost 40 bucks or less...usally from a stretched tire rod...good luck !!If its never been removed you do need an alignment otherwise you would have to take the airbag off and refit the wheel
I think you are right, get the aligned.
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