What causes a shimmy in the front end?
In general, steering wheel shimmy refers to visible or tactile steering wheel shake. Vibrations that occur at low speed and worsen progressively, usually referred to as a steering “wobble” at low speeds, are likely related to physical imbalances, such as tire flat spots, bent wheels or axles, or seized joints.
What does it mean when your front end wobbles?
The most common cause of vehicle wobbles in this speed range is a bent wheel or mildly out of round tire. Transmission and drive line issues can also show up in this range, but tires are the first thing to check. The most common cause of vehicle shakes at 50 mph or higher is tire balance.
Can low tire pressure cause shaking?
Yes, low tire pressure can make your vehicle vibrate at high speeds, but there are other issues that cause your automobile to shimmy while in operation. Vibration often signals dangerous concerns that might result in an automobile accident.
Is there a problem with my 2011 Tundra?
Vibration – May FINALLY be solved! So I’ve had this intermittent vibration/surging/bucking problem with my 2011 Tundra since it had around 20k miles on it. I reported it repeatedly to the dealer and each time they said they couldn’t duplicate the problem.
What does vibration feel like in Toyota Tundra?
The vibration feels very much like stomping on the brakes at a high speed with severely warped rotors. Well yesterday I had about enough of this crap and stop by the dealer again. One of the techs took a ride with me and as we were pulling out I was explaining what happens. He immediately said it sounds as though there’s a torque converter problem.
When did I get new tires on my Toyota Tundra?
Yes, with the new tires about 4 months ago. Keep in mind this has been going on since the truck had around 20k on it and reported to the dealer several times. I’m near 98k now so have been fighting this issue for quite some time so it’s had new tires twice since new with balance and rotation every 5k.
Why does my Toyota Tundra shudder when I brake?
If it was the torque converter it would go away when you step on the brakes as the ECM takes it out of lock up when it sees a brake pedal input. The shudder would go away well before a full stop. Also the shudder that is common on Toyotas is because of the flex lock up duty cycle control where it’s never in full lock up only about 70 percent or so.