I Screwed Up!
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JK Newbie
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From: Durango, CO
I Screwed Up!
Finally installed my 3" FT ultimate lift and 35" tires, thanks to WOL's write up. But I didn't follow the directions completely. 
Instead of turning the drag link to straighten the steering wheel I turned the tie rod . Big screw up. I got the toe-in back as close as I can and the steering wheel as staight as I can. But now the ESP BAS light is on and won't shut off. I'm taking the Jeep in tomorrow to have it computer aligned at a 4wd shop. Has anyone had a problem with the ESP BAS light? I called the dealership and they said they have heard of this problem with other lifted JK's but don't have a fix for it yet.
Instead of turning the drag link to straighten the steering wheel I turned the tie rod . Big screw up. I got the toe-in back as close as I can and the steering wheel as staight as I can. But now the ESP BAS light is on and won't shut off. I'm taking the Jeep in tomorrow to have it computer aligned at a 4wd shop. Has anyone had a problem with the ESP BAS light? I called the dealership and they said they have heard of this problem with other lifted JK's but don't have a fix for it yet.
JK-Forum Founder
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Laguna Niguel, CA
Oh man, bummer about the mix up but I'm glad you were able to figure things out. Regarding the ESP/BAS light, is it safe to assume you have a 2-door? Either way, once you get everything aligned just right, it shouldn't give you any more troubles.
JK Freak
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Chelsea, MI
X2, 7,000 miles on the lift and ESP only came on maybe 6 times. and that was within the first week or so..
JK Jedi Master
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Finally installed my 3" FT ultimate lift and 35" tires, thanks to WOL's write up. But I didn't follow the directions completely. Instead of turning the drag link to straighten the steering wheel I turned the tie rod . Big screw up. I got the toe-in back as close as I can and the steering wheel as staight as I can. But now the ESP BAS light is on and won't shut off. I'm taking the Jeep in tomorrow to have it computer aligned at a 4wd shop. Has anyone had a problem with the ESP BAS light? I called the dealership and they said they have heard of this problem with other lifted JK's but don't have a fix for it yet.
Instead of turning the drag link to straighten the steering wheel I turned the tie rod . Big screw up. I got the toe-in back as close as I can and the steering wheel as staight as I can. But now the ESP BAS light is on and won't shut off. I'm taking the Jeep in tomorrow to have it computer aligned at a 4wd shop. Has anyone had a problem with the ESP BAS light? I called the dealership and they said they have heard of this problem with other lifted JK's but don't have a fix for it yet.dont feel bad, I had my fair share of screw ups,
I had my rear upper control arms turned the wrong way...
Atleast the Owner of Fulltraction didnt catch your screw up. Talk about embarassing....
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