Hi all,
I have a 2006 Outlander 4WD. Recently we got a lot of snow and I noticed that my car is fishtailing like crazy. Straight flat highway with smooth snow/ice covering and it is fishtailing even if I don't press on the gas. It is noticeable between 20-60 MPH ( of course I don't try to go any faster with this)
Any idea what can be the problem? Just to prepare myself for the cost of repair.
Thank you!

 

Do you have it set in Tarmac,Snow or locked?

 

Are your tires bald?

 

The car is a first generation Outlander from 2006, I don't think I can change the drive mode from full time all wheel.

It has 4 season tires, but they are in decent shape, not bald.

 

Any car will get sideways on ice, that is not an issue with the car.

Since the engine, transmission components, and driveshaft all rotate, they put lateral thrust loads on the rear causing it to track slightly, especially under throttle. Every vehicle will.