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08-14-2004, 01:17 PM

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hoffa

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why is it when i hit the brakes at around 70mph, my steering wheel vibrates a little until i reach 40mph.. my car doesn't vibrate when i drive only when i hit the brakes at that speed. what is wrong??

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08-14-2004, 03:05 PM

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Sounds like your rotors might be warped. Take it to the dealership and have 'em check it out.

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08-14-2004, 09:10 PM

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Are you talking about HITTING the brakes hard or just slowing down?

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08-15-2004, 12:27 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Omicron

Sounds like your rotors might be warped. Take it to the dealership and have 'em check it out.

I concur. It's the classic brake problem. Learned that in auto tech.

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