What’s Shaking? Is It Your Steering Wheel?
A common complaint we hear here at Phoenix Rim Repair is a shaking, or vibrating steering wheel. This can be an easy fix most of the time, but sometimes there is some additional investigative work that needs to be done in order to figure out what the issue is. So many things can cause a steering wheel to shake. If the problem isn’t addressed quickly, it can result in additional damage and require expensive repairs. No one likes expensive! Read below to discover ways you can avoid a shaking steering wheel.
Check for Loose Parts:
Inspect and adjust any inadequacies - nuts, bolts, fittings, positioning, etc. Have your tires rotated and balanced every 5,000 miles.
Regular Wheel Alignment:
Annually, or each time you purchase new tires or have some sort of tire-related maintenance performed, be sure to obtain a digital, professional all-wheel alignment.
Invest in Proper Tires:
If you are living in a cold or warm climate most of the time, seasonally-appropriate tires can make a world of difference. Invest in a quality tire that is designed for your city’s terrain and climate.
Regular Check-ups:
Every 4,000 miles (or whatever the recommended service is for your vehicle or tires), take your vehicle to visit a professional auto repair technician. They are trained to locate mechanical issues before you notice them on the road.
Tire Pressure:
This can change drastically as temperatures fluctuate. Tire pressure should be monitored at least every two weeks, if not more.
Drive Smart:
Avoid road hazards, curbs (put down that cell phone!), speedbumps and other obstacles that may wreak havoc on your wheels and tires (i.e.: potholes). The more aware you are when driving the better off your ride, and wheels will be.
Hand-torque Only:
Damage form over tightened or too-loose lug nuts or bolts can be avoided by non-machine tightening only. Get personal with your wheels, use a hands-on approach.
Check us out on Instagram to see what we’ve been up to! We hope to see you for repair or color-coating in 2019!
From all of us at Phoenix Rim Repair and Color Coating, Happy New Year!
Check for Loose Parts:
Inspect and adjust any inadequacies - nuts, bolts, fittings, positioning, etc. Have your tires rotated and balanced every 5,000 miles.
Regular Wheel Alignment:
Annually, or each time you purchase new tires or have some sort of tire-related maintenance performed, be sure to obtain a digital, professional all-wheel alignment.
Invest in Proper Tires:
If you are living in a cold or warm climate most of the time, seasonally-appropriate tires can make a world of difference. Invest in a quality tire that is designed for your city’s terrain and climate.
Regular Check-ups:
Every 4,000 miles (or whatever the recommended service is for your vehicle or tires), take your vehicle to visit a professional auto repair technician. They are trained to locate mechanical issues before you notice them on the road.
Tire Pressure:
This can change drastically as temperatures fluctuate. Tire pressure should be monitored at least every two weeks, if not more.
Drive Smart:
Avoid road hazards, curbs (put down that cell phone!), speedbumps and other obstacles that may wreak havoc on your wheels and tires (i.e.: potholes). The more aware you are when driving the better off your ride, and wheels will be.
Hand-torque Only:
Damage form over tightened or too-loose lug nuts or bolts can be avoided by non-machine tightening only. Get personal with your wheels, use a hands-on approach.
Check us out on Instagram to see what we’ve been up to! We hope to see you for repair or color-coating in 2019!
From all of us at Phoenix Rim Repair and Color Coating, Happy New Year!
Photo Credit: Andraz Lazic
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