Matrix Diesel Wobbling at 40 mph
#1
Matrix Diesel Wobbling at 40 mph
Hi all. My 02-03 Matrix Diesel has developed a wobbling sensation at arond 35-40. Comes through the gas pedal and is at its worst in 4th gear.
Have had tyres balenced and no difference.
Any ideas, I'm thinking engine mount or hub.
Does anyone else have or had the same problems. PLease get in touch its driving me nuts!!!
Have had tyres balenced and no difference.
Any ideas, I'm thinking engine mount or hub.
Does anyone else have or had the same problems. PLease get in touch its driving me nuts!!!
#3
Doesnt do it in neutral. I can feel it through the steering, but the sensation comes more through the gas pedal. It feels as though something is bent or warped.
It is hard to describe until you feel it. Really feels like a slightly buckled wheel, but I've ruled that out.
#5
Tyres are good, bridgstone and avon. But I've swapped the front wheels to back and still the same problem, but thats exactly the sprt of thing it feels like.
#8
No, I don't think alignment has anything to do with it. A consistent wheel wobble like that is caused by:
Distorted Tires (not obvious when balancing is done)
Bent Wheels (Obvious when balancing is done)
Axles (Possible, but not likely)
Bearings (would make a lot of noise)
If you step on the brakes and it vibrates, it could be:
Brakes
Tie Rods
Ball joints
So you see, it's almost always a tire issue. Have a mechanic drive the car and verify the problem.
Distorted Tires (not obvious when balancing is done)
Bent Wheels (Obvious when balancing is done)
Axles (Possible, but not likely)
Bearings (would make a lot of noise)
If you step on the brakes and it vibrates, it could be:
Brakes
Tie Rods
Ball joints
So you see, it's almost always a tire issue. Have a mechanic drive the car and verify the problem.
#10
Yes, it could be the alignment. Under the power the wheels are pulling the car. When coasting the wheels are being pushed by the car. If there is enough slack in the system the front wheels could become misaligned under power while fine at rest.
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