Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee shake when I accelerate?

If your Jeep Grand Cherokee is shaking when accelerating, it’s something that should not be ignored. While the vibration can be annoying, it is often indicative of a serious problem. Vehicle speed matters when you feel a vibration. Different problems are going to show themselves when driving at different speeds.

What kind of vibrations does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

Love the Jeep Hate the Vibrations. The low pitched rumbling and vibrations startsat 70 mph, worst at 75mmph, gone by 80mph. Definitely worse when going uphill, when they can start at 60 – 65. The dealer replaced the driveshaft — no change at all. I have a Laredo and I think the wheels are aluminum. Any other ideas?

Is the drive shaft on a Jeep Grand Cherokee bad?

I test drove a 2006 dodge charger brand new and the drive shaft was bad it had the same vibration. The guys at the shop could not believe it. I live in Canada but have the same problem with a 2005 Grand Cherokee. Have had drive shaft replaced, wheels balances, tranny rebuilt and various other tests.

Why does my Ford Edge shake when I accelerate?

A poor wheel alignment can cause the tires to wear unevenly and the vehicle to shake. It is very likely that the vehicle is out of alignment if you’ve recently run up a curb, hit a large pothole, went over a speed bump too fast, etc.

Where can I get a Medved Dodge Grand Cherokee?

Medved dodge is the dealer I went to in castle rock colorado. it took five trips to the dealer before we found the problem. I only know this has been the problem with several other jeeps because of the service department. Make sure they order both drive shafts because they always go out at the same time.

What’s the noise at the front of the Jeep Grand Cherokee?

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Where do I Post my Jeep Grand Cherokee problems?

If you want feedback from other owners it’s best to post in the main Jeep Grand Cherokee discussion or Jeep Grand Cherokee: Problems & Solutions. WHERE DO I DO THAT?

Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee have vibration?

I brought it to NTB and had them check the balance of the tires. They claimed they were out of balance but when i driove off i had the same vibration. When i brought it to the dealership they said the drive shaft was to blame and they replaced the drive shaft. drove home and noticed the same problem once again.

What does it mean when your Jeep Cherokee wobbles?

Death Wobble is the very scary sensation that occurs when the front wheels start to flutter like bad shopping cart wheel. The only way to deal with it while driving is to slow down until it quits. Right after your life flashes before your eyes.

Why is my Jeep Grand Cherokee running rough?

Really, your Grand Cherokee will be running rougher at any RPM, but a misfire will be most pronounced at idle. Spark Plug Wires – While not every model and engine combination of vehicles today comes with spark plug wires (a lot are now coil on plug), if your Grand Cherokee happens to have them, they can go bad and cause a rough idle.

How can I test the track bar on my Jeep Cherokee?

To test the track bar, place your hand on the axle end joint and have an assistant move the steering wheel back and forth. If you feel any play in the joint at all, the track bar needs to be replaced. Note that many aftermarket track bars have poor life expectancy.

When does the vibration go away in a jeep?

It only happens when the rpms are around 1500-2000 ish under light throttle. Typically it starts at about 40mph then will go away and will come back at highway speeds when the rpm is within that 2k range. If I let off the gas the vibration stops.

Is the vibration on a Jeep Commander bad?

The vibration doesn’t sound as bad as yours — my seat doesn’t move — but it is annoying and makes the feel of driving the car very unpleasant. Everytime you step on the gas, if rumbles and vibrates. I have it too on my Commander with the HEMI. At around 70 it kicks in. Annoying as hell.

Is the vibration gone from my Cherokee SRT8?

So after work today I went on some spirited driving and and finally hit the sweet spot of that Damn 70 mph vibration and surprise the vibration is all gone. I also did some nice rips up to 130 mph and my rig is solid and driving like it never did before.

Why does my car vibrate at 70 mph?

Also the frustrating part about all of this is that the techs always said they could not duplicate the problem even after I took multiple techs for a ride myself in the Jeep cuz they were too DAMN scared to go 70 mph cuz they would get a ticket.

When did the vibration in my rig stop?

Also after spending more then 7.5k out of pocket on my dime and wasting a boat load of my time my Rig is 110% cured guys. Just recently I had a rear driveshaft ordered on Jun 25 and the part finally got here in late October, so after installing the 2nd rear driveshaft the issue still continued.

Do you get a vibration when you accelerate?

I have a 2011 Laredo and while driving under light acceleration I get a vibration around 40 mph and about 2k rpm and then it’ll go away and come back at highway speeds. If I accelerate fast I do not get a vibration. Also the vibration will stop once I left off the gas and the car will coast smoothly.

Can a Jeep front axle cause death wobble?

This is absolutely not true, as any solid front axle vehicle can get death wobble under the right conditions. However, those who have recently added suspension upgrades usually are more likely to experience death wobble. Another incorrect belief is that swapping out the Jeep’s steering stabilizer to a stronger version will solve death wobble.

What kind of Jeep is affected by death wobble?

Jeep vehicles affected by this design are the 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ and 1985-1992 Comanche MJ, the 1993-1998 Grand Cherokee ZJ and 1999-2004 Grand Cherokee WJ, as well as the 1997-2006 Wrangler TJ / LJ and 2007-present JK Wranglers.

Why does my Jeep make pulses while driving?

Not during the whole acceleration, only when i apply more gas and the rpms rise, usually once i back off it stays steady. It also feelsl ike ive been getting less power in higer speeds. The car idles and drives perfectly at slower speeds but on the highway you can really feel the pulses and hear the exact making sounds.

Why does my Jeep WK2 run at 1300 rpm?

I just had to adjust the way I drive it at certain times. It mainly did it going up hill or at around 40 mph at 1300 rpms. Just like the WK2 guys with the 3.6 engine. They are experiencing something similar with having to adjust the way they drive due to lack if power and not so good tuning.

How old is the 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Check back with us soon. Showing 3 of 919 reviews. This was my first car in high-school and have been driving it for over 8 years now, I still love him and am sad to part ways with him! The V8 in this thing has never ever had any serious issues and starts up beautifully every time.

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0 6 cyl fixed?

Although I’m withholding final judgement–the beast is fixed! Anyone who knows me knows I’ve had problems with my 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0 6-cyl for what seems like ages. It’s been having issues (well, one issue in particular) since at least fall of last year.

Can you drive a Jeep Cherokee without the rear drive shaft?

To drive without the rear drive shaft, you will need some way to plug the transfer case if you have not modified it with a slip yoke eliminator. With the rear shaft removed and a suitable transmission plug in place, you can drive your Jeep using front wheel drive by placing the transfer case to the part time 4X4 setting.

What does it mean when your Jeep shakes?

The most startling of all Jeep shakes is what we call Death Wobble. Death Wobble is the very scary sensation that occurs when the front wheels start to flutter like bad shopping cart wheel. The only way to deal with it while driving is to slow down until it quits. Right after your life flashes before your eyes. Lets us look at the tires first.

Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee shudder while driving?

Took the vehicle to the dealership to be looked at (checked out) but because they couldn’t get the vehicle to grind gears in reverse they said there was nothing they could do and had me pick up my vehicle. Also while driving it on one occasion I smelled a smell of electrical burning. Unknown where it is coming from on my vehicle.

Can a Jeep Cherokee stall at high speeds?

There are countless instances of Jeep Cherokees stalling while traveling at low speeds or high speeds, driving straight or losing power in the midst of a turn. While certainly frustrating, these stalls can also have serious consequences.

Are there any problems with the Jeep Cherokee?

Although it is one of the most recognizable models on the SUV landscape, the Jeep Cherokee has been plagued through the years by driver complaints about chronic stalling. There are countless instances of Jeep Cherokees stalling while traveling at low speeds or high speeds, driving straight or losing power in the midst of a turn.

Can a Jeep Cherokee be put in front wheel drive?

With the rear shaft removed and a suitable transmission plug in place, you can drive your Jeep using front wheel drive by placing the transfer case to the part time 4X4 setting. Drive shat work can be expensive so it is often cheaper to swap in a used replacement rather than having yours fixed.

How is a crank sensor failure different from a jeep death?

It was stuck at 20% when it should have been over 60%. This is different than a Crank Sensor failure because the Jeep never actually would die and it never set any codes. Crank Sensors typically will cause the Jeep to die completely and then it won’t restart for a while. Often there are codes set.

Why was my Jeep stuck at 20%?

What causes death wobble on a Jeep Cherokee?

Jack up one of your Jeep’s front wheels and grasp the tire at the 12- and 6-o’clock position, then wiggle the tire. If you feel movement, then you most likely have a worn wheel bearing. Check the other side as well. One other thing to check which can also have an impact on death wobble is your tires.

Why does my car shake at high speeds?

A few different items can cause the vehicle to have a high speed vibration. Most of the times these symptoms will start at 65mph or normal freeway speeds. The most common causes of this vibration includeL wheel (s) out… Nissan and Infiniti vehicles usually require you to adjust two different bolts to remove the belt.

When do you feel the vibration in a jeep?

It happens between 55-70, comes, goes, stays for the most part. You can feel/hear the vibration at lower speeds but it doesn’t resonate through the steering wheel until it hits freeway speeds. It’s controllable sometimes by accelerating, deceleration, braking. It’s a stock suspension, 235/15 tires, daily driver Jeep..

What makes a Jeep Grand Cherokee so smooth?

The day i test drove it I noticed a slight shimmy on the steering wheel at around 50-55 mph. It drives smoothly at lower speeds and also gets smooth once you pass 55 mph. I thought it just needed a wheel balance so after purchasing the vehicle i took it to Discount tire for balancing.

Why is my Jeep Grand Cherokee steering unstable?

If the tire seems to move rather freely for just a little without the other tire or steering wheel moving with it, then you’ve got a bad tie-rod end/ends or drag link joint. You can grab the tie-rod itself and try to rotate it.

What kind of steering does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

I own a 2001 Jeep Cherokee sport 2 wheel drive. I bought it used in 2002 with 30,000 miles on it. It seemed in perfect condition. The day i test drove it I noticed a slight shimmy on the steering wheel at around 50-55 mph. It drives smoothly at lower speeds and also gets smooth once you pass 55 mph.

Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited not turn?

I own 2 JGC Limited’s, a 1994 and a 1998. Both have a problem turning at slower speeds. I’ve replaced the Transfer Case on the 98 and it didn’t help. The mech told me it was the 4 wheel drive engaging due to control arm bushings, shocks, and uneven tire wear (after replacing the TC!).

Are there any problems with the Jeep Grand Cherokee?

I HAVE A 1996 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LARADO AND HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH TURNING, MINE HAS 230 THOUSAND MILES ON IT, SKIPPING WHEN TURNING SHARP , FEELING LIKE ITS BINDING UP . I HAD MY FRONT DIFF REBUILT WITH A NEW PINION GEAR AND PROBLEM SOLVED TURNS NICE NOW, ITS NOT JUST A JEEP THING, DONT LET ANYONE TELL U THAT.

What kind of problem does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle vibrated and hesitated before accelerating. The failure recurred on numerous occasions.

What causes bump steer on a Jeep Wrangler?

Bump steer occurs when the vehicle darts right or left after hitting a bump in the road, and is easier to identify through improperly installed suspension kits, or broken/damaged steering components. Nor should it be confused with a vibrations felt at higher speeds, as this is normally caused by an improperly aligned vehicle.

Why does my 2001 Jeep Cherokee come to a stop?

The 2001 Jeep just came to a stop while it was being driven on the highway. It had always had engine issues. The front wheel suspension on the passenger side of the 2001 Jeep cherokee laredo is bent and while driving it on the street or highway it causes the vehicle to pull to the left and is unstable when driving it on a highway or street.

Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee make a knocking noise?

The engine has a knocking sound whenever it is running. The brakes to the vehicle has been slipping and making a grinding noise while driving it. Sometimes the Jeep doesn’t want to drive over 70 mph when driving in the highway or street.

Jeep Grand Cherokee owners have reported 24 problems related to suspension noise (under the suspension category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Grand Cherokee based on all problems reported for the Grand Cherokee.

Why do you need shocks on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?

When the road turns rough, your Grand Cherokee struts and shocks don’t just keep you from getting jostled around. High quality parts for your suspension also prevent your wheels from bouncing too much, giving your tires a longer lifespan.

Why does my torque converter shudder when I Turn on the engine?

As mentioned, converter shudder is usually temperature related. As transmission fluid recycles back through the engine turbine, it picks up frictional heat.

What makes a Jeep Grand Cherokee vibrate when shifting gears?

After replacing the valve body, a clunking noise and jerking were present when downshifting. While accelerating up a hill, the vehicle would vibrate when shifting gears. In 2013, the vehicle was serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 16v24000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 5,000.

When does the torque converter start to shudder?

It generally occurs at part throttle and light acceleration, between 15 and 50 miles per hour, just before the shift to one of the top gears where the converter reaches “lock-up.” Since it is temperature-related, it tends to happen on hot days, after idling in traffic for long periods of time.

Is it normal to have vibration at 70 mph?

Basically they all claimed that the vibration at 70 mph is normal on these Jeeps , which I call Bull Crap cuz I know how this Jeep drove since day one.

What causes a car to shake at 60 mph?

Bad tires or wheel balance problems will give you a choppy ride, but its usually drive shaft vibe that makes it feel like the car is going to explode. Drive shaft vibe can cause that kind of violent vibration.

Why does my car shake when I change the spark plug?

But remember, spark plugs play an essential role in the process of driving. So if your car shaking, check the spark plugs. When you have a broken or faulty spark plug, the engine will vibrate and cause misfire, which can damage the car system. However, unlike the first problem, you can easily fix this by changing a new plug.

When does the steering wheel start to shake?

If the tires are out of balance then the steering wheel can shake. This shaking starts at around 50-55 miles per hour (mph). It gets worse around 60 mph but starts to get better at high speeds. Sometimes brake rotors can be the cause of shaking.

Tire Problems Tires are one of the most common causes of car vibrations. One of the possible issues are out-of-balance tires. Your problems may not be noticeable at slow speeds, but the shaking will intensify as you accelerate to 55-60 miles per hour.

Why does the steering wheel 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).

Why does my Audi A4 shake when I idle?

An engine misfire is the most common cause of a shaking idle, and as the engine stumbles and misfires, that should be seen in the tachometer as a drop in RPM. If the tachometer is rock steady, and the shaking seems worse in gear than out of gear, that’s a pretty good indication of a bad motor mount. 4. Timing Belt/Chain

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