dieseldriver
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I've taken my car up to around 90MPH on the highway and did not notice any vibrations with OEM Toyo tires. Though I must say, they're really noisy compared to my Yokohama AVIDs that I had on my VW Beetle prior. It's a trade off I think: harder the compound, less rolling resistance (slightly better fuel economy) and more noise. I think I might just go with Michelin Pilots next as I've always had luck with Michelin regular tires (not run flats though, they stink).
But anway, going back to your original question.. does the vibration gradually increase in frequency until you get up to certain speed at which case it is so fast that it's hardly noticeable?
Try to observe that, because if it is, then I'd say something is bent or not in good shape. Easiest thing to do is to remove the wheels and do the start lug nut re-fasten with the correct amount of torque on each. If you don't have a torque wrench, it's good time to get one. I found that sometimes, dealer overtighten the lug nuts which causes problems down the road.
But anway, going back to your original question.. does the vibration gradually increase in frequency until you get up to certain speed at which case it is so fast that it's hardly noticeable?
Try to observe that, because if it is, then I'd say something is bent or not in good shape. Easiest thing to do is to remove the wheels and do the start lug nut re-fasten with the correct amount of torque on each. If you don't have a torque wrench, it's good time to get one. I found that sometimes, dealer overtighten the lug nuts which causes problems down the road.
Wanted to post it here, before taking it to the dealer, to see if this is "normal" or not.
Car is brand new with 229 miles on it.
At Idle, if I put my hand in the middle of the steering wheel (above the mazda symbol), I can feel the motor vibration coming through.
Driving - this is what concerns, on the highway at 70-80mph, I can feel a vibration through the whole steering wheel. Alignment seems ok, car is riding on Toyo 205/50/17.
THe vibration isn't as bad as like a warped rotor, but it is noticeable.
Thoughts?
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