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1998 Buick Park Avenue Base 4dr Sedan SG (CMI)

1998 Buick Park Avenue
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Large Car
19 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy
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July 7, 2012, 8:59 pm

Bob O
 

Question: a rough spot in road causes car to pull to right front and maybe rear left

recently purchased car, replaced front tires, which improved vibration, but car still has a tendency to twist sideways on road at a rough spot if over 55 mph.It seems to rapidly bounce wheels a little as it as it pulls right.


July 15, 2012, 9:11 pm

Elizabeth K
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That sounds like the sway bars, but it could be a few different things (like worn shocks and struts contributing). It would be best to have the suspension system inspected by a reputable shop.


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