What causes a Jeep to wobble?
What causes death wobble? Death wobble can result from any one or a combination of suspension and steering component issues ranging from unbalanced tires, loose components, improper alignment of steering components, worn shocks or steering damper, and/or anything bent or broken related to suspension and steering.
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.
Where did the 1999 Jeep Cherokee come from?
1st owner purchased on 09/27/98 and owned in FL until 03/17/05 • 2nd owner purchased on 03/17/05 and owned in FL until 03/15/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 12,041 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 7,381 miles/year.
Where was the 1998 Jeep Cherokee last serviced?
1st owner drove an estimated 13,925 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 14,700 miles/year • 3rd owner drove an estimated 7,363 miles/year. Last serviced at 111,672 miles in Bedford Hills, NY on 12/31/07 • Vehicle serviced.
Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee shake when I slow down?
This is the 2nd Cherokee w/4 wd that I have had this problem with. At anytime on a highway the front end will go into a violent shake that sends me to the shoulder to slow down. Once I slow to about 30 mph it goes back to normal. It happened on my 1999 Chrokee 4 wheel and now on my 1997 Limited.
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.
Is there a set range for Jeep death wobble?
However, it is true that if you have done any suspension upgrades (Ex: Lift kits) you are more likely to experience death wobble. There also isn’t a set year range or specific Jeep years more susceptible to the wobble over others. Every Jeep, even the older Willys, can find themselves plagued with this issue.
1st owner purchased on 09/27/98 and owned in FL until 03/17/05 • 2nd owner purchased on 03/17/05 and owned in FL until 03/15/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 12,041 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 7,381 miles/year.
Why does my Jeep wobble when I turn a corner?
Uneven tire wear can also cause unnecessary vibrations, triggering the wobble. This comes back to alignment issues we’ve mentioned previously. If your tire lugs are chamfered or the inside/outside of your tire is more worn than the opposite side, you have uneven tire wear and you should have an alignment done.