2011 equinox crabbing
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2011 equinox crabbing
Hi, am newbie to the forum, but I have an issue and would like some advice as to what I can do to rectify this situation.
I own a 2011 Equinox, with 2.4L 4 banger engine (new pistons, rings and bearings changed at 80k due to an oil leak covered by GM). It has 160k on the odomenter. sbout 3 months ago I noticed that the wheels when turned feel like they are dragging. I think the term is called "crabbing" Some say...sell it, a mechanic has told me that perhaps there are issues with the transfer case but $$$$.
Is there a fix for this issue other than selling it?
Bob - Maine
I own a 2011 Equinox, with 2.4L 4 banger engine (new pistons, rings and bearings changed at 80k due to an oil leak covered by GM). It has 160k on the odomenter. sbout 3 months ago I noticed that the wheels when turned feel like they are dragging. I think the term is called "crabbing" Some say...sell it, a mechanic has told me that perhaps there are issues with the transfer case but $$$$.
Is there a fix for this issue other than selling it?
Bob - Maine
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Hi, am newbie to the forum, but I have an issue and would like some advice as to what I can do to rectify this situation.
I own a 2011 Equinox, with 2.4L 4 banger engine (new pistons, rings and bearings changed at 80k due to an oil leak covered by GM). It has 160k on the odomenter. sbout 3 months ago I noticed that the wheels when turned feel like they are dragging. I think the term is called "crabbing" Some say...sell it, a mechanic has told me that perhaps there are issues with the transfer case but $$$$.
Is there a fix for this issue other than selling it?
Bob - Maine
I own a 2011 Equinox, with 2.4L 4 banger engine (new pistons, rings and bearings changed at 80k due to an oil leak covered by GM). It has 160k on the odomenter. sbout 3 months ago I noticed that the wheels when turned feel like they are dragging. I think the term is called "crabbing" Some say...sell it, a mechanic has told me that perhaps there are issues with the transfer case but $$$$.
Is there a fix for this issue other than selling it?
Bob - Maine
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I don't see if mentioned anywhere yet: This is an AWD, right?
Then while I'm here asking stuff:
Has this had an alignment recently?
How many miles on the tires?
What pressure are the tires inflated to?
Then while I'm here asking stuff:
Has this had an alignment recently?
How many miles on the tires?
What pressure are the tires inflated to?
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Yes, AWD. Yes, on alignment, did this first when crabbing started. hmm, probably 30-35k on the tires Michelin, same as when I bought the car.. Air in tires set at whatever is spec'd on the door post..
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If the fluid hasn't been changed in the transfer case and the differential, change it.
If the problem persists, a good test might be to disconnect the drive shaft from the transfer case, and remove the half shafts from the rear hubs, then take it for a drive and see if the problem disappears.
If the problem persists, a good test might be to disconnect the drive shaft from the transfer case, and remove the half shafts from the rear hubs, then take it for a drive and see if the problem disappears.
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crabbing, 2011 Equinox.
If the fluid hasn't been changed in the transfer case and the differential, change it.
If the problem persists, a good test might be to disconnect the drive shaft from the transfer case, and remove the half shafts from the rear hubs, then take it for a drive and see if the problem disappears.
If the problem persists, a good test might be to disconnect the drive shaft from the transfer case, and remove the half shafts from the rear hubs, then take it for a drive and see if the problem disappears.
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crabbing
Dear Cub,
Well I was hopeful that all of the crabbing would disappear, however, turning left shows the same signs as prior to changing the diff and transfer case oil. rrght turns ok. Next step is to have a look at the brakes to see if something is hanging on when it should be letting go.
Thx. for the followup.
Bob
Well I was hopeful that all of the crabbing would disappear, however, turning left shows the same signs as prior to changing the diff and transfer case oil. rrght turns ok. Next step is to have a look at the brakes to see if something is hanging on when it should be letting go.
Thx. for the followup.
Bob