Shake in front end

Tiny
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  • 2007 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 3.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 125,000 MILES
Ok, so recently, I've noticed a nasty shake in the front end, which only seems to get worse over time. It happens less intense when going straight, or turning right, but turning the wheel partway left, the shake becomes horrible, and eventually calms back down when turning further left. I thought it was warped rotors, and replaced them, and the pads today. Pads were horrible, replaced last only about 6 months ago, had most of the material worn off, with the outside pads being almost brand new.

Shake/vibration/banging seems to be coming from the floor, and only seems to be affecting the drivers side front wheel. Vibration also seems to be speed related, with slower, more intense before 40 mph, then calming up until 60 mph, then becoming much more intense around 60 mph and over. I used to work at a Dodge dealership around the time that this 2007 Grand Caravan was brand new, so I know that sway bar links/Tie rods, and ball joints are popular wear items, but unfortunately, I wasn't a mechanic, I was just the guy that handed out parts at the service counter.
Thursday, March 12th, 2015 AT 8:30 PM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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You're describing a tire with a broken internal tire belt. Look for a tumor in the tread or a sideways wobble as you spin it. Be careful running your hands over the tread because with tumors there are often the ends of the steel belt wires sticking out, and they really smart when you get poked by one.

You should see the steering wheel oscillate back and forth too, twice per wheel revolution, especially at real low speeds.

Try rotating the tires front o back as well.

Here is a guide that can help you

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-shakes-when-accelerating-or-braking

Please let us know what happens.
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Friday, March 13th, 2015 AT 3:14 AM
Tiny
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