i have a 1989 cavalier z24 2.8L 5speed, when i am driving down the road the car makes all different kinds of vibrations and noises, but does not pull at all to either side, what would my problem be? and it is not the tires or balance of the tires
2007-03-12 05:14:43 · 6 answers · asked by jakebenson6669420 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Without proper diagnostics one can't really be sure. It could be loose or broken suspension parts, loose or broken brake parts, and it might not be in your brake or suspension area to start with, it could be a loose heat shield on your engine.
Take it to a trusted technician and have them take a good look at the underneath of your car, they would be able to tell you more afterwards.
2007-03-12 05:27:19 · answer #1 · answered by num1huckfinn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are several things not all suspension that would cause your vehicle to make various noises or vibrations.
Alignment issues do not always result in the obvious pull to right or left of the steering wheel. There is camber and castor involved both in front and rear, some vehicles can be adjusted all around while others can't.
If you're worried about your alignment, have it checked and aligned. Alignment cause unwanted wear and tear on all of your steering and suspension parts.
2007-03-12 07:45:30 · answer #2 · answered by Baby8Grl2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is your alignment you can tell by looking at your tires. Are the edges wearing more than the other side. It is possible to have them turned in just right and still drive staight. On my 98 van, they were so turned in that my brake pads were sheared at a diagonal. First time I have seen this happen.
I took it to Brake check for $100 for front end alignment but it is a lifetime. So next month I will take it in and pay ZERO. It has paid for itself then.
Get a Haynes Repair Manual at the local Auto Zone or auto parts store in your area. It will troubleshoot and show you how to fix your vehicle. Also on the Auto Zone site has a section for vehicle maintenance
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?UseCase=S001&UserAction=viewSimpleDiagInfo&Parameters=info
The above you can check it out yourself.
2007-03-12 05:24:21 · answer #3 · answered by Big C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vibrations while driving can be caused by
a. Wheel balance
b. brake rotor warp
c. loose or work suspension parts
Noises can be due to
a. worn parts.
b. Missing bolts
c. exhaust hangers broken,
about 1000 other things.
2007-03-12 05:19:07 · answer #4 · answered by Uncle Red 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cv's, struts, tie-rod ends, control arm bushings or ball joints are things to look at.
2007-03-12 05:25:45 · answer #5 · answered by plainfieldcletusblue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be several things, I would check cv joints first.
2007-03-12 05:19:55 · answer #6 · answered by smoke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋