Fault Phenomenon: XCMG XKT mining truck front tires show single-sided shoulder wear or scalloped wear.
Troubleshooting Process:
– Checked wheel alignment: incorrect toe-in or camber angle.
– Checked steering linkage: tie rod or drag link ball joints loose.
– Checked tire pressure: long-term unstable tire pressure.
– Checked driving habits: frequent sharp turns or hard braking.
Root Cause: The steering tie rod ball joints are worn and loose, causing the front wheels to wobble during driving and resulting in abnormal tire wear.
Required Parts: Replace steering tie rod ball joints and readjust toe-in.