<center>Why Is My Car's Steering Wheel Shaking When I Brake? </center>
Find out why your car's steering wheel is shaking when you brakeat IPAC Pre-Owned Outlet.
One of the worst feelings is when you notice your vehicle shake when driving. Is it a tire puncture, did a pothole hurt my car suspension, or do I have a broken driveshaft? There are many parts that may be the cause of your vehicle shaking, and the severity of the potential problems can vary greatly. The most probable cause of the shaking generally occurs in the vicinity of your rims and tires. They plant your vehicle to the road, and if anything is broken, will feel it. On a more serious note, it may be something like a broken control arm or a broken transmission mount. These more major failures may leave you stranded on the side of the road.
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Why is My Car Shaking in Idle?
If a vehicle is shuddering before you ever start driving, then there's a chance that you have some broken car parts. The most common causes of your car shaking at idle are: The Driveshaft has Failed - If not perfectly balanced or damaged, it could be the source of the vibrations Worn CV joints - Working together with the drive shaft, cv joints get the engine power to the wheels and tires and, if damaged, can be the cause of the car shaking. Failed Engine Mounts - As the name implies, these components help secure the engine to the vehicle. If they are damaged or broken, it can make your engine vibrate under the hood. If you have felt a shudder in your vehicle, then bring it to us for an inspection. Our trained techs will find the reason for the shaking and get you back on the road quickly.
Is Your Car Shaking After New Tires?
If you recently got new tires, the car shuddering could be caused by the wheels and tires not being balanced correctly. Tire balancing ensures the tire and wheel weight is. So, if you notice the tire shaking when you are driving, it might be a tire that is no longer balanced properly. If you have confirmed that the tires and wheels are properly balanced, but your car is still shaking, ensure the tires are inflated to the proper air pressure, and be sure to check if the lugnuts are completely tightened and make sure the tire pressure is correct. If your tires are the cause of the shudder, you should have them checked out immediately.
My Steering Wheel Shakes
If the vehicle vibrates when you brake, that is a pretty strong signal that you should have the brakes looked at. The most obvious cause of your steering wheel shudder is warped brake rotors. When a driver pushes down on the brake pedal, the brake pads squeeze the brake rotors to bring your car to a stop. If you want smooth braking, you require a smooth brake rotor surface. A warped surface will cause shakes when braking, kind of like how a brick road feels rougher than a highway. Other possible causes of the vibrating include stuck calipers or damaged suspension components. If you notice your steering wheel wobble, bring it to us, and we'll check it out.
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