What causes the steering wheel to shake when turning right while stationary in a GL8?

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BradyFitz
07/30/25 1:31am
Possible reasons for the steering wheel shaking when turning right while stationary in a Buick GL8 include front toe-in malfunction, loss of wheel dynamic balance weights, loose tie rods, loose wheel hub bearings, or damaged steering dampers. Below is a partial introduction to steering wheel shaking while stationary: 1. Hazards: The impact of damaged pressure bearings cannot be ignored. In minor cases, it affects comfort, increases tire noise, and causes the vehicle to pull to one side. In severe cases, it can lead to suspension damage, causing the steering system to fail and resulting in traffic accidents. 2. Wheel hub bearing issues: Loose wheel hub bearings and severe wear on the left and right steering knuckle ball joints can cause inaccurate front wheel alignment. Steering dampers: When the car is in motion, damaged or leaking steering dampers, or deformed front suspension springs can also affect the vehicle's stability.
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