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Humming noise front right side was told tires were scalloping rotated tires still have noise dealer says might be rotorduke - 2006 Honda Ridgeline - Steering & Suspension - 7/18/2012Rotors can make thumping noise if use brakes still have noise -
What shocks should I buy for Honda civic 2006 good price,good qualityOsca rivera - 2006 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 7/12/2012 -
What causes vibration in steering wheel?bultk - 1997 Honda Accord - Steering & Suspension - 7/11/2012Steering wheel vibrates at high speeds and when braking -
Can bad rotors cause steering wheel to vibrate at high speeds?bultk - 1997 Honda Accord - Steering & Suspension - 7/11/2012I get vibration in steering wheel at high speeds and when braking-
7/11/2012 CVOWarped or hot spots on the rotors due to excessive friction, and that was the problem.
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Why can't I get the key all the way in the ignition?shoneymc - 2008 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 7/9/2012I had been having problems with getting the key in for a little while but when I jiggled it a bit it would go all the way in and start fine, no problems taking it out. Yesterday, I could not get the key (including spares) all the way in, only about half way, and if ... -
How do I get the TPMS to turn off?jbjbjb - 2008 Honda Pilot - Steering & Suspension - 7/7/2012Tire pressure is fine. Been on for months.-
7/7/2012 raoul_tiestoTry and reset the system,i don't know the reset procedure.If that does not work u may have a bad tire pressure sensor.Before u do all that check the spare tire pressure,on some vehicles the spare tire its also monitored by a sensor,and most of the time people don't check their spares.
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My turn signal will not auto shutoff after completing a turn...ideas (97 accord)?JJ - 1997 Honda Accord - Steering & Suspension - 7/5/2012I recently bought and installed a new turn signal switch and now it will not auto shutoff after completing a turn. Any help would be great. -
Can a anti sway bar cause your car steering wheel to shake? If its bent or tweaked ?drew - 2009 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 7/4/2012Steering wheel shakes-
7/4/2012 raoul_tiestoHave u tried balancing the tires?That will cause a vibration in steering wheel.The sway bar reduces the body roll of a vehicle during fast cornering or over road irregularities.
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When turning steering wheel fully to the left I hear a noise that sounds like an electric motor going bad.Vidigady - 2006 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 6/30/2012The car has electric power steering -
What can cause the knocking noise when turningVidigady - 2006 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 6/30/2012A lot of knocking sounds while turning-
6/30/2012 JimmUsually, this is an indication of worn / faulty CV (constant velocity) joints on the halfshaft - from the tranmission to the front drive wheel. You'll hear the sound like a knocking or clattering when turning.
Try the the many on-line auto parts sources, such as; www.RockAuto.com or www.autopartswarehouse.com for the replacement parts.
6/30/2012 VidigadyThanks. I figured it was one of the joints, just not sure which one. I appreciate your input.
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VSA light flashes. Car would not accelerate. How can I fix this?Carol - 2006 Honda CR-V - Steering & Suspension - 6/23/2012The vsa light flashes while driving. My car would not accelerate. -
I just bought a car and its not a smooth ride is it a front end restoration I need to do to it and what's included in itTony201 - 1995 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 6/23/2012A friend told me change all bushings ,shocks nd struts and tie rods but really all that?-
6/23/2012 JimmThe extent of the repair would depend on what is worn / needs replacement. Typically, the front struts or rear shocks last around 50k miles. Check the 'How-To-Guides' feature on this AutoMD website for the specific details for how to inspect the suspension for wear and looseness.
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Does this car have a timing belt or a timing chain? Hoe often should you replace the shock absorbers?Honda Dude - 2007 Honda Accord - Steering & Suspension - 6/22/2012-
6/22/2012 RCChain. Replace the shocks if they are leaking or worn (bounce test). Shock manufacturers will tell you 50K...
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I made a sharp right turn and heard a rubbing sound at the front left side near the tire, what could be causing it?Suzan - 2007 Honda Accord - Steering & Suspension - 6/17/2012My car has just under 35,000 miles on it. I bought it new in 2007. It has never been in a accident. The wrench light did come on over the week end but it is due for it's 3,000 mile oil change as it reads "15% oil" and that is when it lights up (between 15-20%.). ... -
My turn signal does no return to the off postion after I Make a turn.Sal Innocenzo - 1996 Honda Civic - Steering & Suspension - 6/16/2012It used to only happen in th winter now it is happening all year round