Q: Vehicle shaking

asked by on January 26, 2016

The vehicle shakes when I drive it.

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Hi. Out of balance wheels are typically the most common cause for shakes or vibrations, but there are many other possible causes. They include, loose suspension/ steering parts, an engine misfire, or even a tire that has a bubble or other deformities on its tread. If you need further assistance, I recommend you have a mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, inspect the shaking your vehicle is encountering and replace any damaged parts.

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