Why does my Suburban Tahoe have a vibration problem?
Latest from the dealer is it is a problem with the 20″ wheel/tire combination and is occuring on a lot of vehicles. They told me I wouldn’t have the issue if I had 17″ wheels. After several new tires, and road force balancing, The vibration has changed but is still present.
What does a balancer do on a Suburban Tahoe?
Do an internet search, and their website will identify local garages. It is a special balancer which balances the tire while it is pressing a load on the tire, simulating the weight of the vehicle. I have a 2007 LTZ w/20″ OEM wheels and tires, and it is smooth as can be.
What kind of tires do suburban Tahoes have?
I have a 2008 Tahoe 5.3 engine, 2WD with 17-inch Goodyear tires and have a similar vibration that starts at 66 MPH and peaks at 77 MPH. You say it is not the tires, but you don’t say what the problem is, and I can’t find a copy of the bulletin you mentioned.
What kind of car has vibration when turning?
I have a 2001 Z71 4wd and I experience a vibration while making a low speed turn. The vibration occurs whether I am moving forward or backward.
Latest from the dealer is it is a problem with the 20″ wheel/tire combination and is occuring on a lot of vehicles. They told me I wouldn’t have the issue if I had 17″ wheels. After several new tires, and road force balancing, The vibration has changed but is still present.
Do an internet search, and their website will identify local garages. It is a special balancer which balances the tire while it is pressing a load on the tire, simulating the weight of the vehicle. I have a 2007 LTZ w/20″ OEM wheels and tires, and it is smooth as can be.
I have a 2008 Tahoe 5.3 engine, 2WD with 17-inch Goodyear tires and have a similar vibration that starts at 66 MPH and peaks at 77 MPH. You say it is not the tires, but you don’t say what the problem is, and I can’t find a copy of the bulletin you mentioned.
What to do when your car’s wheel vibration is bad?
If the vibration is not related to torque, shift into Neutral and let the vehicle coast at the problem speed. Still have the vibration? It’s speed sensitive pure and simple. This could be the source of your troubles, even if the wheels are balanced and the tires are good. It’s not a powertrain or driveline issue.