Why does your Ford shake?
Does your Ford shake? We can help you find out why. There are a lot of things that can cause a vehicle to shake, and we will help you do a little diagnosis so that you can either solve the problem yourself or get a good idea of what could be wrong before you take it into your trusted Ford mechanic.
Issues with your wheel balance or alignment
The first question you should ask yourself is if you feel a shake in the steering wheel during normal driving? If this is the case then you could be facing a simple alignment issue. Checking the alignment of your car is easy, but the tools are rather specialized. As such, if you think this is the case, you should let a professional handle it.
Another potential issue that would yield the same symptoms is if one of your front wheels isn’t balanced. Balancing can be done by a professional. A back wheel being out of balance can cause a similar shake, but you likely wouldn’t feel it in the steering wheel.
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Does your Ford shake after going off-road or through snow
If you’ve been off-roading recently, or even if you have endured terrible winter conditions, then that shake could be something even simpler. One of your wheels could be simply caked with mud or snow. This problem can be solved with your hand, a garden hose, and a small plastic scraper. Be sure to use plastic so you don’t damage your rims.
What to do if your Ford engine shakes
Don’t think your wheels are to blame? Then there are a few other things that could potentially cause a shake. If the shake seems like it’s coming from the engine bay, then you may have a misfire. This will usually give you a check engine warning light, but if you are handy, there are a few things you can check yourself.
Does your Ford engine require synthetic oil?
Two things are the most common culprits to an engine misfire: bad spark plugs and clogged fuel injectors. For the former, you can check them on your own, though some spark plugs may be difficult to reach. Check to ensure that they are relatively clean and that the tip is undamaged.
For your fuel injectors, it is recommended that you don’t try to service these yourself. However, you can add some fuel injector cleaner to your gas tank to see if that clears up the issue. Otherwise, you should take it to a professional for proper diagnosis.
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Ford shakes during braking
If your Ford is only shaking when you put your foot on the brakes, then you likely have a brake issue. Unfortunately, this usually means you have a warped rotor.
This can be caused by overheating the brakes or by letting your pads wear beyond their limits. Likely you will need the help of a professional to fix this.
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