looseness at the drive shaft inner flange

2011 MINI COOPER
30,000 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PAULO MELLO
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I am trying to diagnose a steering problem on my car. A slight tendency to move left and right with the steering wheel at straight position, as if it wants to go off the straight line. Upon inspection of outer hub bearings, tie rods and bushings which are all firm, I found out that the left side only half shaft inner flange at the AT box has quite a radial looseness. It does not leak fluid, meaning the looseness has not damaged the seal. The right side flange has no free play. What gives?
Mar 25, 2018 at 4:49 AM
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Hello,

It sounds like the cars alignment is off. Can you shoot a quick video and upload it here of the play you are talking about. it is hard to tell without seeing it.

Cheers, Ken
Mar 26, 2018 at 11:34 AM