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Car Shaking Problems

Car shaking problems are usually the results of mechanical problems. Out of adjustment tires or suspension will make the car shake after reaching a certain speed. Warped brake rotors will also make the car shake when it’s slowing down.

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How do you adjust wheel alignment?

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To adjust wheel alignment, you must;

have the vehicle on a level surface,

check alignment with gauges or other suitable equipment,

raise vehicle,

remove ball joint using splitter,

turn track rod end depending on toe in or out,

lower vehicle and check again.

this is a lengthy process, and may need to be repeated several times.

hope this helps

What would be causing a loud rumble noise that sounds like a helicopter in the rear end of a 1996 Grand Jeep Cherokee Laredo It also shakes the car when in reverse or when stopping or starting off?

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Without seeing and/or listening to the vehicle, in person, it is almost impossible to tell you with any degree of certainty what the problem is, however...

It would be a good idea to check the rear universal joints. Then check the differential and tires.

What can cause the right rear wheel to wobble on a 1987 Chevy Caprice if the wheel itself is straight and balanced?

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sounds like a bad wheel bearing.

you could aslo have a loose lug nut or one of them have been stripped happened on my friend's 87 caprice

could also be a bent axle shaft.

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id go to a junk yard and get a used one off another Chevy i had a cutlass did

that nd sure enough tire came off along with the shaft....something to think about huh?

What causes a 1995 Buick Lesabre to hesitate during acceleration?

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A bad o2 sensor can cause this problem in a car. A bad fuel pump, fuel filter or fuel line will also cause hesitation during acceleration.

2002 grand am- What would cause a vibration in the steering wheel when sitting at a stop light?

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time for a maintance of spark plugs and wireing cgange

When truning right front end shakes and driving 60miles starts shaking?

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This problemsounds like the tires might need to be rotated and balanced. the car might need to be aligned if the car pulls to the right when you are driving straight.

Does wheel size affect speed on remote control cars?

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A smaller wheel will be easier to turn, but will travel less for each revolution.

A bigger wheel will be harder to turn, but will go farther with each revolution.

Sticking a bigger wheel on a car that hasn't got the power to get it turning properly will make it slower - not faster.

Sticking a smaller wheel on a car that's already has its engine spinning like crazy won't make it faster either.

Where can you find a shifter bushing for your 1996 ford escort?

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http://corksport.com/store/category/4v8l/esc-drivetrain.HTML

where it says this

CorkSport Bronze Oil Bushings

that's the part you need

What would cause a vibration in the front end of a 96 Ford four wheel drive pickup?

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I have a 1997 f-150 4x4 , the same thing happened to me...it was the wheel bearing

Why does my check engine light blink on and off on my ford f-150?

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Asked by JENNIFER6632

The computer illuminates the "check engine" light when it detects a condition needing attention, such as a faulty sensor. The computer will FLASH the check engine light when the condition is significant and should be addressed immediately.

You can purchase, rent or borrow a computer code scanner at most auto parts retailers such as Checker Auto Parts or Auto Zone.

Reverse light turns on in the dash when braking?

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i have the same problem is some one knows the answer to this please and to the person who asked this question what ended up happening to your car ?

is it ok?

hav an auto electrik shop check tha wire harness in ur trunk on tha hinge 9 times outta 10 tha problem is worn wires in that harness. Left side of tha trunk. It took me 2 yrs to figure dat and only cost me 30 bucks

What would be the cause of a 1995 4.6 v8 steering wheel shaking violently when driving?

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Your problem could be one of many different things, the major problems could be: 1. If the shaking is speed related... an imbalanced tire (wheel) could be the cause. 2. You could have a bent axle. 3. Your tire casing could be separating from the tread. 4. Your tire rim could be loose. 5. You might need new shocks. 6. Your steering linkage components could be loose or worn or broken. Good Luck... these are just a few of the things that can cause your symtom.

What causes gas to get into oil?

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Well No Expert Here But If Your Getting Lots Of Gas In Oil If 1 Plugs Not Firing It Allows The Unburned Gas right Into Oil ItSelf.. Check That All 4 Sparkplugs Are Firing That First Thing To Check

Why does your car shake when you first start it up in the morning or when its cold?

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There are many reasons, I would say first, change your oil to something a little thinner. if the shake is for more than a minute, you may want to have a mechanic look at the engine.

thick oil on a cold morning will all settle to the bottom overnight, and the pistons, rods, etc will all rub a bit, and give some vibration. if the oil is coating, it wont do that so much, and thinner oil will be easier on the oil oump in the morning when it is cold, and you should notice a difference.

if it does it longer than a minute, it may be the choke sticking, or a bad o2 sensor, or possibly an airflow sensor. a mechanic can tell you more specifically with the car in front of them, instead of "best guessing" it over the internet. if it only does it when it is cold, maybe leave it at the shop overnight, and meet them in the morning, and start it while they are there and let them see the shake you are describing.

Can you have a wheel alignment and not change old tires?

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You "CAN" but even old tires that look good can cause all sorts of trouble that feel like alignment problems. The alignment shop is going to recomend changing them.

What is the normal cost of turning rotors?

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Around 30.00 each assuming they are not warped and minimum thickness stamped on them is not exceeded. They can only be turned a certain number of times.