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2005 Chevrolet Equinox Repair Question


Topics covered: Carrier bearing, Driveshaft, Vibration.
Mileage: 122,000 miles.

Asked on March 25, 2011

Vibration

I have a 2005 Chevy equinox all wheel drive, get a vibration that only starts at exactly 55 mph and goes away if you drop under 55 exactly, Checked tires, does not change with turning or acceleration
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Replied on March 25, 2011

This vehicle uses a center driveshaft support bearing (carrier bearing) on rear driveshaft that I have seen go bad and cause vibrations around that speed, worth a look, you would have to put it on a hoist and check that carrier bearing for falling apart, or coming apart from drive shaft.

Tiny Answered by PROTECH1980 (expert)
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