4. The handling feels loose when driving
When the steering in your car feels a little loose or unstable, the possible causes are poor wheel balance. This can be felt as roving across the road when driving, or the car may feel very loose and sloppy around corners. If you notice indication like this, you should have it checked and corrected if necessary.
5. Your steering wheel doesn’t return to center
Following carrying out a turn, the steering wheel should naturally start to go back to center on it’s own as you keep driving. Of course you need to keep your hands on the wheel to help it attain this quicker and keep control of the car, but if your steering wheel doesn’t even attempt to move itself back to center, then it’s a good indication that your wheel balance is off.
Incorrect wheel balance can make a host of drivability and early wear problems, so it’s best to get the vehicle inspected as soon as it’s noticed.Whenever the wheel balancing is checked, all the steering and suspension components should be checked as well. After having the suspension checked and a wheel balance test performed, you will likely be pleasantly surprised by how awesome the car drives.
