Where does the vibration come from in a Toyota RAV4?

Where does the vibration come from in a Toyota RAV4?

First, 30-45mph it can randomly vibrate through the floor and dash, and sometimes seat. Happens for approximately 10 seconds then goes away. I don’t really feel it directly in the steering wheel. 50-60 not so much, just small amount. Second, when on the highway, 60mph+ the vibration increases with speed. Stays constant.

Why does my car vibration increase when the AC is on?

Severe vibration when car is stopped and gear selector is in drive. Vibration increases when ac is on. Solution clean the throttle body and throttle valve and mass airflow sensor with correct chemical cleaners to get rid of carbon buildup on them. This fixed the problem.

What kind of vibration happens when you stop the car?

Annoying vibration while stopped and in Drive. Rough Idle/Vibration when stopped in drive If I put in Neutral its smooth as silk.

How long does it take for the vibration to go away?

Happens for approximately 10 seconds then goes away. I don’t really feel it directly in the steering wheel. 50-60 not so much, just small amount. Second, when on the highway, 60mph+ the vibration increases with speed. Stays constant. It’s a light vibration, but enough to feel it constant.

Why does my Toyota RAV4 shake at 1600 rpm?

Over the past few months the vibration has moved to a wider range of 1400-1600 RPM and 40 – 45 mph. Note that this is NOT a drone noise or normal sound. It almost feels like something is loose and the harmonic frequency of 40 mph and 1500 RPM is causing it to shake violently.

Why does my Toyota RAV4 make a growling noise?

At 40 mph while driving up a slight incline and letting up on gas pedal, the rpms drop from 2000 to 1500 and car will vibrate and a growling/vibration noise can be heard. Spent $250 at Toyota dealer to look at problem. They determined that it was a failing transmission. They said a new one is $4000. I am out of warranty because the age of the car.

Why does my RAV4 heat shield Rattle at 1500 rpm?

It turns out that it is essentially a transmission failure. The torque converter is the route if the problem. At 1500 rpm and 38-40 mph the torque converter in the transfer case was vibrating, causing the heat shield to growl because of the transfer of vibrations.

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