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Old 17 Dec 2006, 11:57 am
jim beam
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Default Re: Shaking issue at highway speeds

elus1v wrote:
> Hi guys, i've got a 1999 acura 3.2 TL with 172,000 miles. Just bought
> it from a guy that has maintained it very well and im quite happy with
> it.
>
> The only issue that seems to be bothering me right now is that when im
> driving above 50 or so, the steering wheel shakes a bit like its not
> aligned or something is off balance. Occasionally it doesnt shake at
> all... very smooth. I drove on the same road a couple times to make
> sure its not a fluke and most of the time, it shakes, but once in a
> while it doesnt, so its not road conditions. I have a pretty sensitive
> feel when driving so I definately notice the difference, but people in
> the passenger seat probably dont. What could be the possible cause,
> where do I start to look first? (Cheapest to Most expensive options)
> I'm a DIY guy and i've got alot of experience with auto body work, but
> not with motors, electrical, and suspension.
>
> Another issue is at above 40 miles the rear starts humming, a bit
> louder than i'd like, is it okay to keep driving for a while? i'm not
> sure if its the right side or the left but im pretty sure its the rear.
> My friend told me its the rear wheel bearings/hub. How do I Test that?
>
> Thanks everyone.
>

need to take each of the wheels off one by one and carefully inspect the
suspension. if you have a shock out, that'll do it. same for a bushing
or wheel bearing. make sure wheels are properly mounted, not bent or
dented, and torqued correctly.
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