What causes a car to shake at 55 mph?
The most common reason for a car to shake is related to tires. If the tires are out of balance then the steering wheel can shake. This shaking starts at around 50-55 miles per hour (mph). If your steering wheel shakes while you are braking then the problem could be caused by “out of round” brake rotors.
Why is my car vibrates at 60 mph?
Tires are the most common reason a car shakes when it reaches 60-mph. Tire balance, or lack thereof, makes the steering shake as the car increases in speed. Typically, the shaking begins as an automobile gets to 55 mph and only becomes more problematic as the speedometer increases to 60 or more.
Can bad shocks cause vibration at high speeds?
If the vibration remains constant while you’re driving, it might be a sign that there’s a serious problem with your shocks. At highway speeds, these vibrations could become more intense and hamper your ability to control the car.
Why does my Toyota Sienna have a vibration problem?
On a simple Google search I found a lot of Sienna owners who have gone through the same thing you experienced. Most of what dealers are finding is related to an engine vibration or the transmission of vibration through the body of the van via the exhaust system, causing some harmonics.
What kind of vibration does a Toyota van make?
The van had 70,000 miles and was in excellent condition. Shortly after taking possession (and a road trip), I noticed between 30-35 and 45-50 mph (especially 1,300 to 1,400 rpm) there was a louder “droning noise,” as Toyota calls it. Along with this noise was a vibration that reverberated throughout the cabin and was felt in my seat.
What kind of vehicle is a Toyota Sienna?
I read your column all the time and love it so when this problem came up with my van, I thought, who better to get a straight answer from than you. Some history — in July I purchased a 2007 Toyota Sienna certified vehicle from a Toyota dealership. The van had 70,000 miles and was in excellent condition.
Where is the cVj joint on a Toyota Sienna?
Toyota uses a rather unique design on the passenger side axle where the intermediate joint is NOT a cvj (constant velocity joint). They use a much simpler joint design for it and the test I describe above will not work for that joint.