A little shaking might be OK on the dance floor, but if it’s your steering wheel that’s shimmying in your hands, that’s not so good. Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA wants our customers to always be safe on the road, so here are the general reasons that your steering wheel is acting up.
WHEEL MISALIGNMENT
If you’ve hit some big potholes or ride on otherwise rough roads, your tires have probably been knocked out of alignment. The steering wheel will shake if the tires aren’t going in the same direction. You can do a quick check by looking at the tire tread; if the inside tread is more worn than the outside, your wheels need to be put back into place. The service pros at Peruzzi Toyota can take care of it for you.
UNBALANCED TIRES
If you’ve had your tires recently changed or rotated, and the steering wheel is shaking, the weight isn’t evenly distributed. Bring it into Peruzzi to get your tires back in balance.
BRAKE ISSUES
When your steering wheel shimmies as you hit the brakes, there’s likely a mechanical issue there, possibly with the brake disc.
WORN WHEEL BEARINGS
Like anything, wheel bearings can become worn over time, especially if you drive frequently on rough roads. If your steering wheel only shakes when you’re turning, that’s a definite sign to have the bearings checked.
WORN-OUT STEERING PARTS
The wheel is only one part of your steering system, so naturally, if it’s shaking, it makes sense to investigate the bigger picture. If the system – or your suspension in general – has worn out parts, your vehicle won’t work as efficiently and thus, lose some stability and control. It’s a smart idea to have it checked out to avoid bigger problems later on.
Whatever the reason your steering wheel may be acting up, bring it into the Peruzzi Toyota service department and let us check it out for you.
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