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Old 01-04-2014, 03:32 AM
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Question shaking steering wheel when braking

My car Is a Honda Accord 1999 v4 Automatic. I'm sorry I don't know the engine size but I can put up pictures if that helps. Well I have a problem with my steering wheel shaking when I come to a stop. I want to know how I can fix it and if I should be worried? If you could help me out it would gladly appreciate it. Message me and If you need pictures of the ride.
 
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Old 01-04-2014, 03:40 AM
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I'd be willing to bet its because your brake rotors are warped, so that is causing the shaking when you break. Get them resurfaced or put new ones on to fix this.
 
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Old 01-04-2014, 03:44 AM
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I will try to fix that and if that's the problem ill let you know. Thanks
 
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Old 01-06-2014, 11:37 AM
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Shaking "when you come to a stop"... ?

Brake rotors would cause shaking during braking.

If you really meant that it shakes after you stop, then there's other things to look at.
- engine mounts (especially the rear vacuum-operated one)
- idle RPM too low
 
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Old 01-07-2014, 12:27 PM
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It's definitely a warped rotor. I usually just buy new rotors but getting them turned is generally cheaper but it's a PITA finding places to do that around here. In my experience If you're replace your rotors and pads spend the extra money and get quality pads. The rotors you can go a little cheaper on. I recommend Hawk HPS pads, run about $70-80 a set but well worth it. I have very good luck with the HPS pads and Centric brand rotors. Let me know how you make out.
 
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Old 01-08-2014, 11:23 AM
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Thank you for the help. I put new ones on and the shaking is gone. Thanks!
 
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