What to Do When a Vehicle Shakes While Driving?
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If you can clearly feel the car shaking, a vehicle inspection is necessary. Here are the relevant details: 1. Causes of car shaking: If you frequently start the car cold without warming it up before driving, it can lead to car shaking. The most common fault causing shaking while driving is damaged spark plugs. Wear of the spark plug electrode gap results in insufficient spark plug ignition, causing the mixture to not fully combust and leading to shaking during acceleration. 2. Solutions: Generally, you can perform tire dynamic balancing and four-wheel alignment. It's advisable to visit a professional repair shop for inspection and replace any damaged parts. For specific situations, it's best to first consult a professional mechanic for an inspection.
When my car shakes while driving, I first slow down smoothly and pull over to avoid greater danger. Common issues include wheel imbalance or tire abnormalities, such as uneven tire pressure or wear, or possibly warped brake rotors or problems with the drive shaft. I will initially check the tires myself for bulges or leaks, kick the tires to feel if they are stiff, and then try driving at low speed to observe if the shaking occurs only at certain speeds. If the shaking happens at high speed, professional wheel balancing may be needed; at low speed, the focus should be on checking the brakes or suspension system. If any abnormality is found, it's best not to take risks and directly contact a nearby repair shop for them to use diagnostic tools for inspection. Additionally, regular maintenance can prevent these issues, and checking tire balance every six months is crucial.
