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Old 05-28-2007, 12:52 PM
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Recently I have been noticing my steering wheel shake more. It only seems to do it under heavy braking 70-0, or at high speeds, anything upbove 65 mph. Could this mean my rotors are going, or an alignment/wheel issue?

Anyone else having or had this happen?

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Old 05-28-2007, 12:56 PM
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if it only happens when you brake then yes your rotors are warped. if it happens driving at higher speeds then you need an alignment
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Could possibly be both.
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thanks guys, that's what I had a feeling it was, rotors and alignment issues.
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Warped rotors, for sure.
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or your tires are out of balance
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Definately rotors. Mine's doin it as well.




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