Tab. 1. Possible causes of vibrations and shocks on the steering wheel and how to eliminate them
Cause | Remedy |
Increased clearance in the front wheel bearings | Replace bearings |
Loosening the nuts of the ball pins of the steering rods | Tighten nuts |
Increased clearance in ball joints of steering rods | Replace tie rod ends |
Increased steering clearance | Repair steering gear |
Loose steering gear | Tighten the steering gear |
Attention! The state of the steering significantly affects not only the convenience of driving, but also the safety of traffic.
The cause of knocks and vibrations on the steering wheel may be a faulty condition of the ball joints of the steering rods and the steering mechanism, the wheels of the car. Check up a steering according to a technique stated in subsection Inspection and testing of the steering on the car.
Helpful Hints
A possible cause of vibration and impact on the steering wheel when driving at speeds above 70-80 km / h may be an imbalance in the front wheels. Contact a car service or tire shop to check the balance of the front wheels.
If shock and vibration on the steering wheel appear at the moment you press the brake pedal, you need to replace the brake pads, repair or replace the front brake discs (see Front wheel brakes).
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