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I have a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero that has @ 24000 miles.
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I have a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero that has @ 24000 miles. Recently I noticed that when I have to brake at over 55 MPH my steering wheel vibrates alot. I was not doing much highway driving but will be now. My husband took the car out last night to check it & he is stumped.

 

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2002 Oldsmobile alero v6

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nothing. I just noticed this problem. we just moved here and do not have a good mechanic

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Status:  Closed   Value: $15
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September 21 8:41 AM (14 minutes and 38 seconds later)
         
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If problem only occurs while braking it is the front brake rotors, they are warped. When applying brake pedal to warped rotors the calipers move back and forth on their mounts causing the vibration,depending on severity of warpage the rotors may be machined or replaced and be sure to replace pads the same time to assure proper repair. If you have any questions just ask.

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September 21 8:50 AM (9 minutes and 10 seconds later)
         
Reply to MechanicMan's Post: The problem only happens when I brake at high speed. Very specifically at over 55 mph.. at 55 it doesn't vibrate at 60 it does. You did not specify in your response how the speed factors in
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September 21 9:02 AM (12 minutes and 18 seconds later)
         

The speed of the rotor will cause a harmonic vibration...at certain speeds not at all speeds....have them checked...most shops will check for free



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September 21 9:06 AM (4 minutes and 18 seconds later)
         
I will have them checked. Thank you
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