Shakes

Tiny
LATRELLE0421
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  • 2005 HONDA ACCORD
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Why does my car shakes between 55-60mph?
Friday, April 10th, 2009 AT 12:09 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hi latrelle0421,

Two things come to mind for this problem If the tires are out of balance, vibrations would occur at certain speeds also lower ball joints can cause the same thing.

Here is a guide to help you go over a few things to get he problem fixed.

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

Here is a guide to help you check and replace the lower control arms this should take care of the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/lower-control-arm-bushing-replacement

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

Cheers, Ken

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Wednesday, April 15th, 2009 AT 12:30 PM
Tiny
LATRELLE0421
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I took the car into the shop and they said what you said needs lower control arms so next time I get paid I will have the job done thank for your help :)
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Friday, April 17th, 2009 AT 2:30 AM

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