2001 Ford Focus steering wheel shakes

2001 FORD FOCUS
72,325 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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WORTHO
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steering wheel shakes at any speed, what could be the problem? im changing the subframe soon as it has rusted.
Feb 8, 2014 at 1:40 AM
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HMAC300
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it could be wheel balance, snow/ice/dirt on wheel a front suspension problem or loose subframe.
Feb 8, 2014 at 2:16 AM
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WORTHO
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replacing subframe next week, anything else to check?
Feb 8, 2014 at 2:24 AM
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HMAC300
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nope what I replied covers about most of it maybe the rack and pinion for wear
Feb 8, 2014 at 2:28 AM
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WORTHO
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ok thankyou
Feb 8, 2014 at 2:30 AM
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