2008 xc70 Caster Problem

Morty55 · Post by **Morty55** » 13 Mar 2011, 03:33

I own a 2008 xc70 which has a constant pull to the left. Various alignment specialists have confirmed this is due to a CASTER (not camber) problem - and there is no CASTER adjustment possible on this model. I had a similar issue with a 2000 VW Golf a number of years ago, several manufactures stock offset caster bushes for the VW and many other cars. So far I have not been able to locate an offset caster bush / plate for the xc70.

I would appreciate any assistance on a manufacturer of a suitable part. I am able to locate a camber adjustment screw, but no caster offset bush. Apparently, an adjustment of camber can counter the left hand pull, but there is only so much that this type of adjustment can achieve / impact on uneven tire ware etc.

Post by **jimmy57** » 13 Mar 2011, 08:48

Has the pull been there since new or did it start after some impact with curb or pothole?
Caster is usually not really important for FWD (I know it is AWD but the front is DIRECTLY connected and is primary drive) as the SAI and scrub radius is different for FWD and not so dependent on caster setting.
If something is bent and affects the other settings of the front end alignment, a fix for caster that does not bring the other settings back into correct range may not really fix the issue. What are caster and camber numbers now for each side?
Does the print out from alignment list SAI values?

Post by **JRL** » 13 Mar 2011, 08:57

Check for a (slightly) bent subframe