Group 1 Ford of El Paso can help you identify why your Ford shakes when braking.
As a driver, one of the worst feelings is when you feel your vehicle shuddering while you’re driving. Is it a tire puncture, did a giant pothole break my car suspension, or do I have a broken driveshaft? There are many components that might be the reason the vehicle is shuddering, and the potential damage can vary greatly. The most common cause of the shuddering generally happens in the vicinity of your vehicle’s wheels and tires. They connect the car to the road, and if anything is broken, you’re going to notice. More seriously, it may be a broken control arm or a broken transmission mount. These more major component failures may leave you stuck on the side of the road.
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If you recently installed new tires, then the car shaking could be from the wheels and tires that we not balanced correctly. Tire balancing is making sure the tire and wheel weight is. If you feel the tire shaking while you are driving, it might be an unbalanced tire. If you have confirmed that the new tires are balanced, but your car is still shaking, make sure the tires are inflated to the correct air pressure, and be sure to check if the lugnuts are fully tightened and make sure the tire pressure is correct. If you find that your tires are the root of the shake, you should have it checked out immediately.
If your car vibrates when you brake, that is a pretty obvious indicator that you should have the brakes checked out. The most likely reason for your steering wheel shake is worn brake rotors. When drivers push down on the brake pedal, pieces of metal called brake pads squeeze the brake rotors to stop your car. If you want smooth braking, you need a smooth surface. A warped surface will cause shudders when braking, like how a brick road feels bumpier than an asphalt highway. Other potential causes of the shaking include stuck calipers and damaged suspension components. If you feel your steering wheel start to wobble, bring it in to get it inspected.
If your vehicle is shaking before you ever start driving, then you likely have broken car parts. The most common causes of a car shaking in idle are:
Worn Driveshaft – If damaged or not perfectly balanced, it could be the source of the shudders
Worn CV joints – Working together with the driveshaft, cv joints get the power from the engine to the wheels and, if they are failing, can be the source of your car shaking.
Failing Engine Mounts – As the name indicates, these parts help affix the engine to the vehicle. If they get damaged or broken, it can allow the engine to engine vibrate.
If you have realized there is a new vibration in your vehicle, then bring it in, and we’ll thoroughly inspect it for any trouble spots. Our trained techs will find the cause of the shaking and provide you with options to get you back on the road.
Group 1 Ford of El Paso is an ideal place to get Ford service in the El Paso area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your car or truck to determine if there are any needed repairs and will suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your F-150 service online or in person today.
