Dear MW: I have a 2005 Avalanche truck that when I go between 50
& 55 mph there is a noticeable vibration in steering wheel. You don't
notice it when going below or above this speed. Thank you.
MW:
Most steering wheel vibrations are caused by tire issues. Low, irregular tire tread, out of
balance, shifted belt, etc. Rotate tire if they have not already been (assuming rear tires
are in good shape). See if it goes away or changes. Could also have a bent wheel.
Possibility of a worn outer tie-rod end, but usually will be a wider speed range. If the truck
is less than 3 years old since purchase, and less than 36k miles, suggest taking to dealer
and have them check it out under warranty. Tire or wheel problem would not be warranty,
but a steering component or suspension component would be.
& 55 mph there is a noticeable vibration in steering wheel. You don't
notice it when going below or above this speed. Thank you.
MW:
Most steering wheel vibrations are caused by tire issues. Low, irregular tire tread, out of
balance, shifted belt, etc. Rotate tire if they have not already been (assuming rear tires
are in good shape). See if it goes away or changes. Could also have a bent wheel.
Possibility of a worn outer tie-rod end, but usually will be a wider speed range. If the truck
is less than 3 years old since purchase, and less than 36k miles, suggest taking to dealer
and have them check it out under warranty. Tire or wheel problem would not be warranty,
but a steering component or suspension component would be.
2004 Chevy Silverado
5.3 V8
GM Computer codes = tool wont read
New tires no engine work
Repairs this problem = tried disconnecting battery.
GM tech = jk
question = 2004 chevy Silverado 5.3 v8 starts and immediatly stalls. When given gas does'nt even
turn over. Radio wont work but all dash lights work. Diagnostic tool wont read anything. But truck
reads unknown driver. Tried disconnecting battery did nothing. Please help. MORE...
5.3 V8
GM Computer codes = tool wont read
New tires no engine work
Repairs this problem = tried disconnecting battery.
GM tech = jk
question = 2004 chevy Silverado 5.3 v8 starts and immediatly stalls. When given gas does'nt even
turn over. Radio wont work but all dash lights work. Diagnostic tool wont read anything. But truck
reads unknown driver. Tried disconnecting battery did nothing. Please help. MORE...
2003 Chevy Silverado 1500.
Engine size = 8 cylinder Vortec.
Question = Got 4 new tires now front right is making a thumping noise like tire is going flat but tire
are fine please help.
Engine size = 8 cylinder Vortec.
Question = Got 4 new tires now front right is making a thumping noise like tire is going flat but tire
are fine please help.
Answer: You could have a bad tire, or a bad spot in the
tread, like a belt that is not in position. It could have not
been balanced correctly either and the thumping noise
you hear is from the wobble of the tire on the road.
Someone could have possibly installed it wrong, or bent
a backing plate or something like that is causing your
noise. Your best bet is to take it back to whoever
installed the new tires, so they can take it off and check it
out, and re-balance if necessary.
tread, like a belt that is not in position. It could have not
been balanced correctly either and the thumping noise
you hear is from the wobble of the tire on the road.
Someone could have possibly installed it wrong, or bent
a backing plate or something like that is causing your
noise. Your best bet is to take it back to whoever
installed the new tires, so they can take it off and check it
out, and re-balance if necessary.
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