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Can tires squeak?
Yes, a "slipped belt" can cause a tire to squeak. A slipped belt is when the belt area of the tire separates from the radial plies of the tire and there is a noise as the two parts rub across each other. If a tire squeaks because of a slipped belt, do not drive at high speed and replace the tire as quickly as possible. A slipped belt will eventually separate causing the tire to blow out.
Why did your tire get a slipped belt before driving it after rotation?
This is caused by a construction flaw during construction of the tire. If it is a fairly new tire it will be replaced by the manufacture.
Can lack of tire rotation cause steel belt to shift?
No, it is more likely to shift if the tire is rotated in the opposite direction. No, damage from a hard impact or a puncture will cause a slipped belt.
Why is your Saturn wobbling after using fix a flat?
That depends on two factors. 1. does it "wobble" at low speed (10-20 mph)? If so, the belt of the tire has slipped. Once the belt has slipped the tire is unsafe and should be replaced before you drive the vehicle at high speeds. A slipped belt can completely separate and can cause damage to the vehicle as well as causing the vehicle to become dangerously unstable. Belt separation is common when a tire is driven flat or low. 2. if it only "wobbles" at high speed (50+ mph), the tire is out of balance, probably because of a settling of the fix a flat compound. In either case, the tire should be taken to a qualified tire specialist for replacement or repair.
Why does your tire wobble?
If you mean it's running "untrue" at low speed, it's either a bent rim or a "slipped belt", meaning that the internal structure of the tire has a problem.
Why does the back tire have a thumping sound every time you accelerate?
Its a slipped belt. Or even a bubble. My car did that only when i broke the stablizer.
What might cause a car to shimmy?
Worn front end parts, suspension issues, slipped belt in the tires, tire balance problem.
Why would the steering wheel shake back and forth while driving and only at low speeds?
You should take the vehicle to the tire store where you purchased the front tires. Your description sounds a lot like either a slipped belt or a bent wheel. I'd bet on the slipped belt. Radial tires have a very flexible sidewall (radial ply) and a less flexible and tougher tread ply, called the belt. If the material between the belt and the radial plies separates, it will typically slip to one side and only in limited areas of the tire. One way to check for yourself, jack up the front end and spin the tires. Watch for an area that suddenly goes off to the side. If you see that, it's a slipped belt, and if you have a slipped belt, don't take the vehicle on the freeway and definitely get the tire replaced as soon as possible. They're very dangerous.
What causes under 20 mph side to side sway when the steering wheel is not wobbling?
What you're describing is typically caused by either a bent wheel or a "slipped belt" on one or more tires. Often a radial tire belt can become detached from the radial plies, allowing the belt to slip to one side. When that occurs you'll frequently hear a squeaking or crunching sound from the tire as you allow the vehicle to move slowly. A slipped belt is not safe and should be dealt with as soon as possible.
How do you fix a bent tire on a 1996 Saturn?
In general, it's best to NOT attempt to repair a bent rim... assuming that's what you mean; especially if it's an alloy rim. The alloy rims tend to be a little stronger, but once they are bent, they're pretty much finished. On the other hand, if you really are talking about a bent "tire", you should know that when a tire is out of round it's generally caused by a slipped belt, meaning that the steel belt under the tread area has become de-laminated from the rest of the tire, resulting in the slipped condition and in the out of round appearance. The tire cannot be repaired once a belt slips. On the other hand, if you are the original purchaser of the tire and if there is sufficient tread wear left, it MAY be worth your effort to take the tire to an authorized dealer for that tire and try to get a replacement.
Why does your 1996 town and country have wobble in front end?
Out of balance tire, tire with a slipped belt, bent rim, loose lug nuts, loose steering component, bent steering component, warped brake rotors, etc.
Why does your truck shake when you drive?
Possibilities: Bad u-joint, worn front end part, slipped belt in tire, tire out of balance, bad steering damper. These are areas to start, more details/symptoms needed to give you more ideas.
