troubleshooting

1990 MAZDA 626
4 CYL • FWD
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SLEEZY
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can the CV/universal joints cause the vehicle to vibrate, or unusual driving condition. when accelerating?
Feb 4, 2011 at 11:26 AM
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HMAC300
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yes, to testfor this try turning your steering wheel very slightly when going down the road one way or another. when the /if the vibration is gone then it is normally the side you turn to. also check for broken /torn boots on the axle. It can also be wheel bearings causing this.
Mar 7, 2012 at 8:25 PM
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