noodly Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 I drive a 57 reg Kia Sportage. Its not abused and serviced when needed. Its developed a wobble between 50mph and 65mph when accelerating. It doesn't wobble when not accelerating though. I've had all the normal stuff like tyres, balancing, tracking checked. Got the local garage to look under it and they said everything looks fine. Any ideas what could be causing this? I want to sell the car but cant sell it in this condition!!! Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferguson_tom Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 Do you mean a wobble through the steering wheel? If so how bad is it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
super sharp shooter Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 I had this with my 56 plate sorento and KIA said that is was my tyres but they found that their balancing machine wasn't up to the job. It also could be a bent drive shaft ,hope not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiss.tony Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 had the same on my navara check drive shaft mate that will give you that problem at that speed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kes Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 If its a wobble through the steering wheel, you've probably lost wheel weights. If its actual movement on the road (i.e. all the car vibrating when accelerating then its got to be front end camber, tracking or toe-in misadjustment. It depends on the severity but have you bumped heavily over a kerb, or hit a larger than average hole/bump? If you think back, it would be my guess that its possibly toe-in. A good crack from a kerb when parrallel parking can do that sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redditch Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 Recheck the wheel balance at another garage, and also check the track rod ends, as that is what caused it on mine when I had it, one track rod end looked okay but was worn out Also, if you have free wheeling front hubs, one could be sticking !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixer1 Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 Prop UJ could have collapsed, go under the car, grab the props one at a time and give them a wobble, any play/knocking you need to get the uj's changed/repaired/greased... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennyblanco Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 I would have a good look at the drive shafts if it only happens under acceleration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowz Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 had the same on my navara check drive shaft mate that will give you that problem at that speed same as check drive shaft / props Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noodly Posted October 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 Thanks for all the suggestions guys, keep them coming! The whole car wobbles, not just the steering. I've got it booked in to have the prop shaft looked at next week. Will post back with a diagnosis! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorsey Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 I'd get under it yourself for a wobble - you'll easily feel if there's any knocks/play in it and you'll have a good idea what they're talking about when you take it to the garage then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noodly Posted October 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 I'd get under it yourself for a wobble - you'll easily feel if there's any knocks/play in it and you'll have a good idea what they're talking about when you take it to the garage then Been under and checked all the bits I could see that could be the culprit. No joy still, I can feel an expensive bill coming on, one I cant really afford at the moment either! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebar Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 Been under and checked all the bits I could see that could be the culprit. No joy still, I can feel an expensive bill coming on, one I cant really afford at the moment either! In our workshop these symptoms are usually caused by front drive-shaft CV joints assemblies worn or partially siezed, invariably one or both the inner CV's although it can be outer joints. If the joints have rubber boots check them for small splits/pinholes, if it is possible to remove the clips/clamps that secure them, carefully rolling them back may enable you see if water ingress has ocurred. Before you do this establish first, that refitting them securely is possible. On a couple of occasions cleaning out the offending joint and repacking with suitable grease has extended the serviceable life of the CV. Obviously excessive wear will probably require renewal. Just my slant on this, hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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