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Old 10-07-2010, 03:35 PM
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Question Sterring column shakes!!!

My G500's sterring column shakes violently when I accelerate above 60mph. Is this due to allignment, tires or something else?
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It could be several things but I would start with the least expensive and easiest fix. Balance your tires. I would also ask the tech to check the condition of each rim especially the fronts for a possible bent rim.
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i am having the same problem in my g55
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Thx AGR. Will keep you posted.
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My experience is that it has to do with the actual tires. I'm on my third G-Wagen (one G-500, two G-55), they all did it. All had Yokohama tires. As it gets colder, they develop a sort of flat spot while standing. The vibration/shaking went away after a couple of miles. Last month I replaced the Yokohamas with the Pirelli Scorpions. Same shaking, still going away after a few minutes. The installer checked, rotated, checked the rims. Everything is perfect. It's the rubber.
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Tires are like bricks when cold, but the main problem typically is the steering damper..
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My truck is having the same issue now that it is getting colder. I have P Scorpions on Brabus wheels which have been balanced and aligned. They said to "overinflate" the tire a bit to reduce the tendency of flat spots. If the issue goes away after a few miles, then the flat spot from sitting is the likely cause.
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Originally Posted by RBYCC
Tires are like bricks when cold, but the main problem typically is the steering damper..
Is this the solution then, to replace the steering damper?
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Originally Posted by msb2tg996
Is this the solution then, to replace the steering damper?
In my 2003 I replaced the damper twice.
My 2005 doesn't seem to have the same problem.

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