Questions and Answers
Steering Vibration
Q. I have a question about a 97 Ford Taurus GL.
When I drive the vehicle over 60 miles an hour the front end shakes pretty bad. I know that I probably need an alignment and wheel balancing, but are there any other know causes for this problem with the front end parts such as ball joints.
Greatly appreciate any assistance.
ClintonA. At that speed, it's a 99% likelihood that your front wheels are out of balance. A misaligned front end will not cause a vibration unless the tires are really chewed up. Bad front end parts such as bad ball joints, tie-rod ends or idler arms will cause a steering wheel vibration, but you would feel that at all speeds.
I would recommend a tire rotation and balance, front end inspection and alignment to remedy the steering wheel vibration you are experiencing.
