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Old 09-15-09, 05:17 PM
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Steering Wheel Shudder
Hey guys,

I've noticed that when turning at speeds over 30-35 km/h, the steering shudders. I searched the forums and someone suggested changing the front wheel bearings, but I had those changed just over a month ago.
Is there anything else that could be causing this?
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Old 09-15-09, 05:45 PM
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Bad tie rods- inner or outer- or deteriorated steering rack bushings.
Bad ball joints.
Bad a-arm bushes.

Maybe a simple as the bearings loosening up and needing another look.
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Balance your damn tires first. Jeez. While it's in the shop, get the steering/suspension checked for freeplay.
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If you have power steering, check the belt and the fluid in the reservoir.
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I can't find the power steering fluid reservoir for the life of me...is there a diagram somewhere that shows where it is?
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Originally Posted by Takamine
I can't find the power steering fluid reservoir for the life of me...is there a diagram somewhere that shows where it is?
If you have it, the pump/reservoir should be in the area shown on the attached image.
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Run your hands across tire tread to feel for choppiness and shifted belts
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Originally Posted by Go48
If you have power steering, check the belt and the fluid in the reservoir.
That has absolutely nothing to do with a steering vibration.
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