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

2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
210,665 MILES • 2.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MIKECURTIS
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Do you know what is causing this? Also when I’m driving it feels like the rear end is moving back and forth.
Feb 13, 2020 at 8:14 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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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
Feb 13, 2020 at 8:28 PM
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