What are the reasons for noticeable engine idling vibration?

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McNevaeh
07/30/25 12:19am
The reasons for noticeable engine idling vibration include severe carbon deposits, tire malfunctions, and aging engine mounts. The specific causes are as follows: Severe carbon deposits: Idling vibration can be caused by severe carbon deposits in the engine, issues with the ignition system, or unstable oil pressure. Tire malfunctions: High-speed vibration may result from excessively high or low tire pressure, abnormal tire wear, rim deformation, shock absorber failure, or tire imbalance issues. Aging engine mounts: Engine mounts act as the engine's shock absorption system, responsible for absorbing minor vibrations during operation. If the engine mounts are faulty, these vibrations can transfer to the steering wheel and the cabin, causing noticeable car vibration.
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