Finnegan Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Find out why your vehicle’s steering wheel shakes when you brake at Finnegan Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram.
As a driver, one of the unnerving feelings is when you can feel your vehicle shake when driving. Is it a flat tire, did a giant pothole damage my car suspension, or did I break the driveshaft? There are many parts that could be the culprit as to why the car is shaking, and the amount of the potential problems can fluctuate greatly. The most probable cause of the vibrating generally happens near your car’s tires and wheels. The tires and rims connect your car to the road, and if anything is out of place, you’re going to notice. It may be a broken control arm or a broken transmission mount. These more severe failures may leave you stranded on the side of the road.
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If your vehicle is shuddering before you ever start driving, then you likely have some broken parts. The most common causes of your car shaking at idle are:
The Driveshaft has Broken – If not perfectly balanced or damaged, it may be the source of the shakes
CV joints That Have Gone Bad – Working together with the drive shaft, cv joints get the power from the engine to the wheels and tires and, if broken, can be the cause of the car shaking in idle.
Engine Mounts That Are Failing – As the name indicates, these parts help affix the engine to the car. If they are worn or broken, it can allow the engine to engine shake.
If you’ve noticed a vibration in your car, then bring it to us for an inspection. Our trained technicians will find the source of the vibration and provide you with options to get you back on the road quickly.
If you recently got different wheels and tires, then your car shuddering could be from the tires that weren’t balanced correctly. Balancing the tires makes sure the weight of the tires and wheels are evenly distributed for the most peaceful drive possible. So, if you feel the tire shuddering while you are driving, it could be an unbalanced tire. If the tires and wheels are balanced, but the car is still shuddering, make sure the tires are inflated to the proper air pressure, and be sure to check if the lugnuts are fully tightened and make sure the tire pressure is correct. If you find that your tires are causing the shudder, you should have them checked out immediately.
If your car shudders when braking, that’s a pretty good gauge that you might want to have the brakes checked out. The most likely cause of your steering wheel vibration is worn rotors. When a driver presses the brake pedal, the brake pads compress against the brake rotors to bring your vehicle to a stop. A smooth rotor surface offers smooth braking. A warped surface will shake when braking, kind of like how a brick road feels rougher than a highway. Other causes of the shaking include frozen brake calipers or damaged suspension components. If you feel your steering wheel begin to wobble, bring it to us, and we’ll check it out.
Finnegan Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram is an ideal destination for all your auto service needs near Sugar Land. Our professional staff is standing by to help you get your vehicle back on the road safely, no matter its make or model. Schedule your next auto service with us online or in person.
