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2021 SR-5 3300 miles , front tires are feathering.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by AM6217, Nov 23, 2021.

  1. Nov 23, 2021 at 10:38 AM
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    AM6217

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    Like the title says , truck has 3300 miles , and I can see noticeable tire feathering on both front tires. First the power steering rack tuck a dump at I forget 300 miles. Now this. Anyone else have this issue. Im guessing my Toe is out of adjustment.
     
  2. Nov 23, 2021 at 10:45 AM
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    Step 1... have the alignment checked.
     
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    Back to the dealer for an alignment you go!
     
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    If they replaced the rack, is it safe to assume that would affect the alignment via tie rod ends. Perhaps they bolted it back together without checking alignment? Definitely roll that back to the dealer that did the work.
     
  6. Nov 30, 2021 at 3:49 AM
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    Off to the dealer this morning. We shall see.
     
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    If they didn't do an alignment already, your still entitled to a free one.
     
  8. Nov 30, 2021 at 7:55 AM
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    Didn't get copy of alignment, but tech did say it was out slightly. And what he showed me the numbers were almost spot on perfect. When they did the rack replacement the steering wheel was crooked. Now its straight and my butt dyno thinks it drives better.
     

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