Wobbling

1996 NISSAN PATHFINDER
239,997 MILES • 3.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD
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BARBARA HOSKINS-REYES
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When I drive my vehicle 40 to 50 miles per hour it wobbles so bad I cannot keep it on the road unless I take my foot off the gas.
Jul 18, 2016 at 11:43 PM
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HMAC300
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have front end checked for worn parts and tires checked for balance. have a professional do this.
Jul 19, 2016 at 2:27 AM
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VINCENT DYLESKI
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Have the wheel hub assembly checked I've replaced 3 hubs in 3 years, found out the tires are to big for the vehicle similar issues as u, tire wobble, especially feel it in the steering wheel.
Dec 10, 2016 at 7:16 AM
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STRAILER
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Hey VINCENT,

This sounds like you have an idler arm that has gone bad, have a helper turn the wheel slightly back and forth while you look under the car in the front to see if you can tell which component is worn out.

Let us know what you find.
Best, Ken
Dec 20, 2016 at 2:36 PM
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