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If your vehicle shakes when you accelerate but not when you coast, there are two major vehicle systems that could be to blame. On one hand, it might have something to do with your engine’s ability to fire or transfer energy. Alternatively, it could be a result of your wheels and axles being unable to absorb that energy. In this article, we’ll explain how to narrow it down and identify the issue so that you can know what to expect at the repair shop.
Things You Should Know
- Shaking while accelerating could be caused by misfires, crankshaft damage, transmission failure, CV joint damage, or a cracked engine mount.
- Do not continue driving if your vehicle shakes when you accelerate. You may cause serious damage to your engine or lose control of the vehicle at any moment.
- Turn the car on and pop the hood to see if the engine shakes, and monitor the tires to see if they wobble. This will help you narrow the problem down.
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References
- ↑ https://www.cars.com/articles/what-is-a-misfire-and-what-causes-it-437350/
- ↑ https://repairpal.com/crankshaft
- ↑ https://mycarmakesnoise.com/issues/what-causes-a-car-to-shake-when-accelerating/
- ↑ https://autotrends.org/bad-cv-joint-symptoms/
- ↑ https://mechanicbase.com/transmission/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-driveshaft-symptoms-fix/
- ↑ https://cartreatments.com/bad-engine-mount-symptoms-and-replacement-cost/
- ↑ https://mycarmakesnoise.com/issues/what-causes-a-car-to-shake-when-accelerating/
- ↑ https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/how-do-i-know-if-i-need-new-wheel-bearings/
- ↑ https://www.dispatch.com/story/business/2015/09/26/car-talk-despite-mistrust-get/24013737007/
- ↑ https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-repair-maintenance/what-does-check-engine-light-mean-a2041364753/
- ↑ https://www.kidney.org/blog/kidney-cars/diagnosing-common-engine-noises
- ↑ https://www.gmtrubber.com/5-signs-need-replace-engine-mounts/
- ↑ https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/how-do-i-know-if-i-need-new-wheel-bearings/
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