Passenger Side wheel moves side to side and the driver side moves up and down

[Rally Sport]

I have a 08 Buick Lacrosse CX the passenger side wheel moves side to side but not up and down and the driver side wheel moves up and down but not side to side what can that be ?

 

[RD_Atlanta]

The side to side is likely the tie rod end, it should be easy enough to see if that is what's loose. I've had to replace several on my LeSabre's, If that is the case, I always replace them with Tie Rod ends with grease fittings. The up & down on the driver's side is very concerning. The thoughts that come to mind is the camber bolts at the base of the strut might be loose. Another is the ball joint is loose. It would sure be helpful if you could get it up on a lift to really be able to see what is moving.

 

[richardnewton]

Get that looked at ASAP for safety!

 

[Rally Sport]

Get that looked at ASAP for safety!

I just found out what it is it’s the wheel bearing I just ordered them today.

 

[Rally Sport]

Get that looked at ASAP for safety!

I just found out what it is it’s the wheel bearing I just ordered them today

The side to side is likely the tie rod end, it should be easy enough to see if that is what's loose. I've had to replace several on my LeSabre's, If that is the case, I always replace them with Tie Rod ends with grease fittings. The up & down on the driver's side is very concerning. The thoughts that come to mind is the camber bolts at the base of the strut might be loose. Another is the ball joint is loose. It would sure be helpful if you could get it up on a lift to really be able to see what is moving.

I just found out that the driver side is the wheel bearing so I ordered both of them today.

 

[RD_Atlanta]

That's good to know. I haven't had a wheel bearing to go out as of yet on any of my LeSabre's but there's been a few members to have them to go bad. I'm sure my day is coming.