1997 Pontiac Grand Am shaking in front in end

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM
139,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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i hear a knock when ever i go over a bump on the drivers side. the steering wheel vibrates at time when i hit over 40 mph. what could be the problem?
Oct 10, 2009 at 11:44 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Start here:

Raise car, put on stands. Grasp tire and push/pull both horizontally and vertically, if any movement then possible wheel bearing, ball joint, tie rod, control arm bushing.

Check CV boots for any signs of leakage or cuts/rips in rubber boot.
Oct 11, 2009 at 1:26 AM
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