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1996 Lexus LS 400 Repair Question


Topics covered: Vibration, Ball joint, Tire.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on October 20, 2010

1996 Lexus LS 400 Vibration starting at 42 mph

Shakes or Wobbles problem
1996 Lexus LS 400 V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 155000 miles

My car start a harmonic type vibration around 42 mph and last thru 50 mph. It doesn't happen all the time about 90% of the time . some times it can be felt/heard at higher speed. This vibration does not transfer to the steering wheel. what is best guess for cause(s) of this vibration.

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Replied on October 20, 2010

Check ball joints and tires, balance, and or shifted belt in the tire(s).

Tiny Answered by merlin2021 (expert)
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Replied on October 29, 2010

I had a mechanic check this out and it turned out to be broken transmission mount. since no one suggested this I would like my donation refunded

Tiny Response from Danstro
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Replied on October 31, 2010

It is nice to have the beneifit of a lift and a look under the car, and yes sometimes it does take a bit of back and forth to answer ANY question, Ball joints, engine and tranny mounts are ALL possibilties, did you always take your ball and go home?

Tiny Answered by merlin2021 (expert)
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