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2002 Chevrolet Venture 1SA Pkg 4dr Reg WB

2002 Chevrolet Venture
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19 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy
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June 30, 2012, 5:08 am

Dan O
 

Question: squeak front when drive over bumps, pot holes

driver side front wheel squeaks when drive over bumps or pot holes. just recently happened and progressively getting worse. Perhaps bushings, or tire rod. After traveling at a high rate of speed when I brake, I notice that side of car wheel shake a little. When driving on smooth road, no problem.


July 10, 2012, 5:13 pm

Elizabeth K
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That could be caused by many different things. Here is a link that demonstrates how to do a front end inspection on your vehicle:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKk33w86OSI

If you are noticing the steering wheel shaking on light braking, your brake rotors are likely warped. The solution is to have them resurfaced during your next brake job.


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