Shaking while driving down hill

2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA
140,000 MILES • 3.5L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RVANMETE
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While going down hill my whole front end shakes. New brakes and rotors all around.
Jan 22, 2019 at 7:27 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

Is this with the brakes applied or no brakes applied?

It could be out of round rotors even if they are new.


I would have the steering components checked for anything loose.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-car-steering-works

Roy
Jan 22, 2019 at 7:43 AM
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RVANMETE
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Yes, while applying brakes down hill.
Jan 22, 2019 at 7:53 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Your new rotors are warped. I would replace them they should be warranted.

Roy
Jan 22, 2019 at 8:31 AM
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RVANMETE
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Thanks great help
Jan 22, 2019 at 9:57 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Your welcome

Always glad to help

Roy
Jan 22, 2019 at 9:59 PM
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