2005 Ford Escape rear end shutters on turn shakes at high s

2005 FORD ESCAPE
71,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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ZEELEFTY
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rear end shakes on turns and high speeds i have new tires and recently had wheels aligned
Jan 2, 2010 at 10:25 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Would you consider it a chatter? Does it do it at slow speeds with wheel turned all the way left or right?
If yes, the clutch packs may need replacing, if it's limited slip. Or change rear end oil and add the friction modifier, available at all parts stores.
Jan 2, 2010 at 10:36 AM
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