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Expert: Todd Puccio - 6/16/2009


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I have a 1997 Bonneville SSE. When traveling around 5-10 mph, the car has a wobble/wiggle( kind of a side to side movement). The steering wheel does not shake or bounce as if in need of an alignment. What is the cause ?

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Hi Robie:

well it can be a ot of things. I would think possably a tire you may not feel it in the steering wheel if it's a tire or possably a CV joint in one of the front axles. how about when your turn the steering weehl on a a sharp turn does the front suspension make noise that would indicate a bad cv joint. Does it do it on a smooth road or ona a bumpy surface? it could be a bad strut. I don't think it's an engine issue you would fell it all the time not just at low speeds. good luck :)

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General auto repair,electrical issues,driveability issues,anti-lock brakes,SIR systems,HVAC,engine performance,Gm specific. I have worked at my current dealership since the 1990 model year anything much older than that I have limited exposure to. I do not have very much transmission experience so those question you may want to ask of another expert. When you send me a question let me know the exact make/model/engine and year for the car or suv you have it makes it easier to answer the questions that way. If your happy with the answer I gave you please feel free to Donate. This is a free service to you and I am not compensated at all by this web site. I have 22 years of experience to share with you and my knowledge wasn't free to me. I had to pay for my education.

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Experience in the area:I have been employed by the same Gm dealer for 18 years and and a ASE master technician. I work at a Pontiac and GMC truck store. Served a a lead technician when dealership was on a team system. I just recently moved to a Buick,Hummer,Saab Store when my franchise was purchased by this dealership. Organizations: ASE master technician

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Education/Credentials:High school diploma,2 year vocational school degree 2 year college degree. Associates degree in applied sciences (auto technology)Awards and Honors: GMC master technician

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