Car pulls right and left when I push the gas and let off the gas

Tiny
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  • 2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
  • 2.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
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  • 210,665 MILES
Do you know what is causing this? Also when I’m driving it feels like the rear end is moving back and forth.
Thursday, February 13th, 2020 AT 8:14 PM

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Tiny
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That is a tough one. There are a few things that can cause the pull, but the differential is a different issue. I need you to check 4 different parts on the vehicle. On the rear axle, there is what is called a suspension bar. There are two, one in each side. See pic 1 (highlighted). Make sure nothing is broken, rusted, the rubber mounts are in good condition and look for anything that stands out. If you see something, take a pic and upload it for me to see. I highlighted the parts I'm referring to. However, I didn't highlight the upper suspension arm (number 2 in the pic). Check it as well.

Next, on the front there are tracking arms. See pic 2 (highlighted). Do the same with them. It isn't uncommon for the bushings to go bad and egg shape the steel arms.

Do this and let me know what you find.

Joe
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Thursday, February 13th, 2020 AT 8:28 PM

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