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Old Oct 14, 2005 | 05:44 PM
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Hi,

I was wondering if anyone can help me troubleshoot this problem, if it is even a problem. When I am going about 40mph or faster, and start braking, my steering wheel shakes. I was wondering if this is because the 03 LX does not come with anti-lock brakes. I have only had this car for 9 months, the brakes are also nine months. Any help would be greatly appreciated.


 
Old Oct 14, 2005 | 07:50 PM
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Could be a few things.......rotors could be warped, front end might need some alignment or a few parts to get it properly aligned.
 
Old Oct 14, 2005 | 08:32 PM
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when did you start noticing this??after a hard brake?? and does it shake alot, or just a little vibration?
 
Old Oct 14, 2005 | 09:14 PM
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when did you start noticing this??after a hard brake?? and does it shake alot, or just a little vibration?
Just a little vibration and its only when i'm braking at high speeds...Even just slight braking.
 
Old Oct 14, 2005 | 09:16 PM
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My first thought would be warped rotors then.
 
Old Oct 14, 2005 | 10:44 PM
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ORIGINAL: ngoti8tor

My first thought would be warped rotors then.
I concur.


 
Old Oct 15, 2005 | 12:11 AM
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I had the same thing and when I got my rotors re-surfaced it solved it.
 
Old Oct 15, 2005 | 02:11 AM
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Looks like a case of warped rotors. Try gettin em turned.
 
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