RV pulling to the right, Toad problem?

[SuperDad]

Originally Posted by Tiny Dog

The 2005 TJ has a steering wheel lock. It does not lock in the straight ahead position but when turned to one side or the other. What probably happened was that after stopping you made a tight enough turn that the steering locked.

That’s definitely possible

[SuperDad]

Originally Posted by HarryStone

You were scrubbing the tire. I'd be surprised if the left front didn't look the same or nearly. If not, then I'd look at the steering on the Jeep. You could have a steering link issue.

Left front tire is fine. Steering on the jeep is fine, had it checked out yesterday. We replaced the right front tire so we could drive it and it drives just like it should. Starting to think the steering wheel light of gotten locked in one position or something

[nvs4602]

It's simple enough to check the brake buddy. if it does it again just unhook the cable to see if it stops pulling to the right.

[NXR]

Originally Posted by SuperDad

Left front tire is fine. Steering on the jeep is fine, had it checked out yesterday. We replaced the right front tire so we could drive it and it drives just like it should. Starting to think the steering wheel light of gotten locked in one position or something

It is odd. I would think a locked steering wheel would mess up both tires, same as if the Brake Buddy messed up. Something caused that tire to drag. If it was a caliper I'd think the entire tire surface would be trashed.

Please post back if you figure it out.

Ray

[Arch Hoagland]

Do you have an IR gun?

I know I'd be checking tire and brake temperatures for a while. May help point out the problem.

[Busskipper]

Originally Posted by Busskipper

Sure looks as if the Steering wheel was LOCKED!

Put the key in and see if if moves or not - Don't ask me how I Know.

Google - Jeep Wrangler does come equipped with a steering wheel lock. The steering wheel lock engages upon removal of the key.

The problem is in the ignition cylinder itself. This is a common problem with Chrysler/Jeep products. The lock cylinder has become gunked up over the years, and the lock pins are stuck and not coming down to meet the key's surface properly. If this happened it might just have "Bounced loose"

Jeep Manual How to Tow;

How To Tow A Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Behind An RV
First, the transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL. Here's how to do that:
Key must be in the "accessory" position:

Depress and hold the brake pedal.
Set Parking Brake
Shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N) or depress clutch pedal on manual transmission.
Shift the transfer case level into NEUTRAL (N).
Start the engine.
Shift the automatic transmission into DRIVE (D) or the manual transmission into gear.
Release the brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
IMPORTANT: Shut the engine off and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF position.*
Shift the automatic transmission into PARK (P).
Apply the parking brake.
Attach the Jeep to the tow vehicle with a tow bar.
Release the parking brake.
Note: Damage to the transmission may occur if the transmission is shifted into PARK (P) with the transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running!

As I said don't ask me how I Know - not in a Jeep but DW took the key out - she was only trying to Help - on my GX470 scrubbed/rubbed the
passenger tire through one of the steel belts and took a little off the drivers side - Key out - steering Locks - so yes it will KILL one tire and not destroy the other - really doesn't matter as both will need to be matched and replaced.

I found four, mounted, on Craigslist for $400.00 felt lucky.

Why after twenty years the DW decided to take out the key I'll never know - but I do know it will mess up just one tire.

JMHO,

[NXR]

As I said don't ask me how I Know - not in a Jeep but DW took the key out - she was only trying to Help - on my GX470 scrubbed/rubbed the passenger tire through one of the steel belts and took a little off the drivers side - Key out - steering Locks - so yes it will KILL one tire and not destroy the other - really doesn't matter as both will need to be matched and replaced.

I found four, mounted, on Craigslist for $400.00 felt lucky.

Why after twenty years the DW decided to take out the key I'll never know - but I do know it will mess up just one tire.

JMHO,

Interesting, thanks for relating that. And thanks for not making me ask.

Ray

[SuperDad]

Originally Posted by Busskipper

As I said don't ask me how I Know - not in a Jeep but DW took the key out - she was only trying to Help - on my GX470 scrubbed/rubbed the

passenger tire through one of the steel belts and took a little off the drivers side - Key out - steering Locks - so yes it will KILL one tire and not destroy the other - really doesn't matter as both will need to be matched and replaced.



I found four, mounted, on Craigslist for $400.00 felt lucky.



Why after twenty years the DW decided to take out the key I'll never know - but I do know it will mess up just one tire.



JMHO,

Well turning the key forward one notch is the first thing I’m gonna try when I hit the road again tomorrow morning!

[SuperDad]

Originally Posted by SuperDad

Well turning the key forward one notch is the first thing I’m gonna try when I hit the road again tomorrow morning!

Update just drove 530 milesAnd the jeep towed flawlessly you were right turn the key one notch forward I’ve had other wranglers in the past that I didn’t have to do this with but live and learn thanks for all the advice.

[Busskipper]

Originally Posted by SuperDad

Update just drove 530 milesAnd the jeep towed flawlessly you were right turn the key one notch forward I’ve had other wranglers in the past that I didn’t have to do this with but live and learn thanks for all the advice.

Thanks for letting us all KNOW

Always helps when we learn what the issue was.