if my yukon shakes then i need to buy rotors?? or do i need brakes.....and how much will if cost to get it fix

Answer 1

Just get your wheels balanced! It won't cost you much.

You gave us LITTLE in terms of an explanation as to WHEN you experience this shaking, if it is persistant and proportional to the speed the vehicle is traveling, then your wheels need to be balanced. Any tire store will do this for you. It's easy and inexpensive.

If it occurs while your foot is pressing on the brake, then you need to do some work on your brakes.

My assumption is that it is the former from what little you have explained, but who knows other than you?

Crud! Rich, below, did a better job of answering this question, and Mr.Harris wrote a darn book! *laughter*

Answer 2

The rotors are part of the braking system. The shaking felt when stopping is most certainly a result of warped rotors. Many mechanics from many backgrounds will recommend different solutions for repair. A good deal of the decision is based on how much you'd like to spend.

The front brakes take most of the beating when you stop, the rear brakes are probably fine but should be inspected regardless.

I recommend the following:

Do the job yourself! If you have any mechanical aptitude a brake job is incredibly simple. You'll save a fortune and get products and results you know are appropriate. If you're skeptical invest $12 into the Haynes manual and you'll receive step by step instructions (with pictures) on how to maintenance the system.

Don't buy cheap brake products and don't turn your existing rotors. Chances are the rotors are out of turnable spec anyway and turning them is only a temporary solution. Most newer model vehicles do not accomodate for "turning" anyway, they're engineered to require replacement when they start to warp.

Purchase a decent set of brake pads, not necessarily the top end but something ceramic mid level. Unless you want to replace them again soon and deal with mountains of brake dust this is a must.

Purchase store brand rotors, the high dollar units will not last any longer or perform any better under daily driving conditions. All in all you're looking at $120-$150 in parts for a complete front brake job. This same service in a shop would run around $250 - $300.

If you absolutely don't think you can do it take it to the closest brake repair franchise. These companies catch a lot of flack but do typically maintenance the brakes better and warranty the work/product for longer.

If you need any more incentive the average time to change front rotors/pads on an SUV in my shop is 35 minutes. I've got guys that can do it in half that time!!

Answer 3

Depends on when it shakes. If you're driving at high speeds and it shakes, a balance should fix that. If you're braking and it shakes, it would be either the rotors or the pads, depending on the wear on the pads. Many shops will charge $250-350 for the job. Brake pads will run about $40 and rotors at about $45 each, if you're a do-it-yourself-er.

Answer 4

the rotors may be saved by resurfacing but new rotors are probably needed and new pads would be better with new rotors, The answer balance them is wrong as that problem shows up without using the brakes. $150 shop around.