Shimmy, shake or vibration
Precautions: Precautions for Suspension · General safety (00)
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Shimmy, shake or vibration
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Wheel out of balance
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Balance wheel(s) or replace tire(s) and/or wheel(s).
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Loose wheel bearings
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Replace wheel bearings.
•Front:
 •Rear: |
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Worn tie-rod ends
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Replace tie-rod ends.
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Worn suspension arm joints
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Replace suspension arm.
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Excessive tire or wheel run-out
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Repair or replace wheel and/or tire.
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Blister or bump on tire
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Replace tire.
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Excessive radial runout of tire / wheel assembly
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Replace tire or wheel.
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Disturbed wheel alignment
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Check and adjust wheel alignment.
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Loose or worn steering linkage
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Check steering system.
•Steering wheel:
•Steering lower shaft joint: •Pinion shaft: •Tie-rod end: |
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Loose steering gear case bolts
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Tighten steering gear case bolts.
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