Why Does the Car Steering Wheel Shake at High Speed?
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There are 4 main reasons for steering wheel shaking during high-speed driving: 1. Issues with wheel dynamic balance: In dynamic conditions, weights are added to the wheel to correct the balance at various edge positions. A car wheel is an assembly of tire and rim, but due to manufacturing factors, the mass distribution of this assembly isn't uniform. This causes dynamic imbalance when rotating at high speeds, resulting in noticeable steering wheel vibration felt by the driver. 2. Looseness, aging, or deformation in the vehicle's steering, suspension, or transmission components. 3. Excessive mud accumulation inside the wheel rim: Mud buildup inside the wheel hub can disrupt tire dynamic balance. Simply cleaning the wheel hub interior with a high-pressure water jet during car washing can resolve this.