1997 Dodge Avenger Vibration problem @ around 68 mph

Tiny
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  • 1997 DODGE AVENGER
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 66,000 MILES
Hello there. I have a 1997 Dodge Avenger that I just recently put new tires on. They are 215/50/17 Uniroyal Tigerpaws, which replaced the Michelin Pilots that had been on the vehicle.

Since then, I've had a vibration problem. The wheels have been balanced twice, the alignment done twice as I had to replace the front stuts. My mechanic also went through the front end to check if anything was needed, as I know these cars had a recall on them for balljoints and control arms.

He says everything looks good. Still. It vibrates. It was never like that prior to the tire change.

I plan on checking the balance once more, as I'm suspecting a tire issue at this point.

What would your opinion be?

Thankyou.

Jim
Saturday, September 26th, 2009 AT 4:31 PM

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Tiny
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I agree with you. You could have a shifted or broken belt in one of the tires. I have a couple questions. Do you feel the vibration more in the steering wheel or the seat of the car? If you rotate the tires, is there a change?

Let me know.
Joe
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Saturday, October 10th, 2009 AT 8:22 PM

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