How to Fix Wobbly Steering Wheel in Your Car

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Wobbly steering wheel. How to fix steering wheel that wobbles while driving in your car, DIY with Scotty Kilmer. How to fix sloppy steering by rotating tires. How to rotate tires. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 48 years.
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@scottykilmer 6 жыл бұрын

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@a-mans-life 6 жыл бұрын

Scotty Kilmer hey scotty...i am huge fan....recently i got my tires changed and balanced on my honda city 1.3 aspire prosmatec....but when i go over 110 km/h i can feel vibration in the steering wheel. my car is a 2016 model...and i take good care of it.

@a-mans-life 6 жыл бұрын

and also please tell me if the oil honda oem 5w30 fully synthetic is good for 5000km / 3000miles or does it last longer because my owners manual says 3000 miles. and i dont understand it for a full synthetic oil its pretty short drain interval

@stefanmohler2994 6 жыл бұрын

ali usmani Conventional oil=3000-5000 miles, full synthetic= 7,500-15,000 miles. It all depends on what type you get. To be on the safe side, use the lower numbers.

@stefanmohler2994 6 жыл бұрын

ali usmani Does this happen when you're breaking? If so, it is possible that your rotors are warped. If not I would have them rebalance the tires as long as none of your rims are visually bent. Vibration at high speeds is usually always the tires. I know my name isn't Scotty. I just wanted to help! I know how bad it can suck to have vibration at higher speeds.

@a-mans-life 6 жыл бұрын

Stefan Mohler any help should be appreciated. And I do appreciate it. Thanks for your help. But the issues you suggest are in the clear.

@JosiahAndrewNavarro 3 жыл бұрын

I love how every cut shows Scotty in a greater state of distress when he works.

@russellstark6001 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scotty. I switched the front and back wheels and my steering wheel's completely stopped wobbling on my Mitsubishi L200. Keep up the good work. Russ.

@unclegrim 7 жыл бұрын

I was having this exact issue with my car after a minor wreck. It was driving me crazy. I'm gonna try this this weekend. Thanks Scotty!

@matthewlogan875 3 жыл бұрын

How did it end up

@MrSmid888 2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewlogan875 in a ditch

@PotatoGunsRule 7 жыл бұрын

My 2002 Honda Accord's steering wheel was VERY wobbly. I rotate my tires every 6K miles. I got it fixed by replacing the rack and pinion gear. Not cheap (about 50% of the Blue Book value of my car) but I got the shop to throw in an inspection sticker and alignment for free. My steering is very tight now and I love it.

@tylercando6496 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks...I used your advice and switched my tires. My car runs smooth again.

@elyazand3441 7 жыл бұрын

Just did this. Have same exact car. Saved me from spending on unnecessary things. Thank you!

@Jetlifeual 7 жыл бұрын

This also helps when you are experiencing alignment problems but worn parts and an alignment are not the culprit. My car pulled to the right but everything was perfect up front. Swapped front to back, back to front, problem solved. Obviously, one of my tires is worn improperly. Nothing a few burnouts can't fix.

@goodluck458 5 жыл бұрын

I switched the front tire to the back and this stoped the shake and hard pull to the left..Thank you Scotty..God bless ya brother...

@bg147 7 жыл бұрын

You need a bigger fan.

@siberianstuntman3344 3 жыл бұрын

But I am his biggest fan

@JohnDoe-dm8hi 3 жыл бұрын

@@siberianstuntman3344 i am his biggest fan of all

@lindseyh943 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

@gabr326 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@rpehlman135 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@--emt 7 жыл бұрын

I've watched a lot of mechanics and a lot of videos about cars and trucks and how to fix things on you tube and by far Scotty is down to business never Rambles on or repeats himself and wastes time he's fun to watch you actually learn something very very good KZfaq channel don't change anything you're unique keep it up Scotty

@TheBigfoottrucker 2 жыл бұрын

Stays on point and doesn’t ramble

@G_Pauling Жыл бұрын

🙏🏾 thank you for having this channel I’ve been on here several times and solved my problems

@Project_EG2 7 жыл бұрын

great video Scotty! you're on the verge of 600,000 subs

@neil6958 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scotty, a perfect answer to a recent problem

@JonnyDIY 7 жыл бұрын

Great Vid Scotty! Like the old adage, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!"

@jammealyangga 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mr. Scott, it fixed my steering wheel very well, following your instructions....

@Teah8cbdude 2 жыл бұрын

Scotty is very under appreciated I feel. With cars advancing, this guy should be some ceo mechanic of something huge, for electric vehicles

@jaymac1985 5 жыл бұрын

Worked for me thanks for posting this awesome video.

@mazloum28 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Helped so much. Subscribed!

@AndyX1337 3 жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias Scotty, I always learn and enjoy watching your videos!

@jesshernandez9199 7 жыл бұрын

I've watched your videos for almost 2 years. I'm going to school to be a mechanic. I want to be great mechanic as you. I'm striving and being humble!

@marcoramirez2301 4 жыл бұрын

My Chrysler 300 2011 shakes when pressing the breaks

@TheHolyPenjamin Ай бұрын

did you become a mechanic?

@jodycuilla2354 Жыл бұрын

You are soooo honest and amazing at what you do I wish I could take my car to you!! I love watching your videos!!

@frankhoward7645 7 жыл бұрын

Every time I've dealt with a shaking steering wheel on a front wheel drive car, I've put the front of the car on jack stands, started the engine, put it in gear, and watched the wheels/tires as they rotated. Always found the problem to be a bad tire. A lot less work and I've zeroed in on exactly which tire.

@gildo4realdo 5 күн бұрын

it's 2024 and this comment cut my work in half. One of the front wheels was more obviously egg shaped than the other, swapped that side only with the back tire and problem solved. Half the work and now I know which tire is the problem child. Thanks Scotty (& FrankH)

@MarkusGarvey69 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on 600k Scotty!

@jimmysid6263 7 жыл бұрын

WOW . this actually fixed my cars problems! hats off!

@nodrexelthompson8666 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, i always love your videos from the Bahamas

@boringabc 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video, as part of regular maintenance, I have rotated my wheels back to front and now steering wobbling started, what you suggest now, again I should rotate my car to original position as earlier?

@emmantoast310 5 жыл бұрын

You saved my day... again. Thank you.

@billthompson5644 7 жыл бұрын

Scotty Kilmer I enjoy your videos where do you get all of your energy I truly mean this as a compliment

@ringoheywood3255 4 жыл бұрын

I love the 101st patch you had o a video! Old Abe! 2/44th ADA! Great videos, very informative!

@FireEater 5 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas Scotty 🎄

@Urcasualediz Жыл бұрын

I have just tried it and it worked 😊 thank you for saving me time and money.

@simonarizaga1387 10 ай бұрын

Thank you scotty

@brianleong8632 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats for 600,000 subs Scotty

@Stingray_614 7 жыл бұрын

600k subscribers coming up soon. Congrats!

@johnplaid648 7 жыл бұрын

Heeeeey Scotty! Love your videos. Great education on a very complex and multi-faceted technology! But let me ask you, Scotty, why is the 80 amp fuse ALWAYS blowing out just as soon as I install it? I have a 1993 Honda Civic CX. One morning my car was entirely DEAD so I followed your advice and tracked down the reason. A blown 80 amp "block fuse". I thought I had the problem solved but as soon as I installed the new 80 amp fuse it blew! When I attach the Civic's battery cables to the battery the POSITIVE terminal loudly snaps and has a spark and at the same time the 80 amp fuse sparks, snaps and blows! Do you know the cause? I love my funky, beat up 1993 Honda Civic CX and HATE my 2014 Honda LX and I wanna ride! Thank you!

@TheForistality 6 жыл бұрын

Is this safe for long term? If the rims are bent, can that damage components in the rear ((suspension, and etc)?

@ccmaster86 7 жыл бұрын

Recently I had a wobbling steering wheel at most speeds. The problem was a broken belt inside the tire which was making a spot in the tire bulge. The bulge was causing the wobbling. Luckily I checked it out because the tire would have blown out eventually.

@ibo1137 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks again scotty. I swapped my front tires with the rear tires. It was wobbling at high speed over 140kmh. Now it's gone 😃.

@wkchong1 6 жыл бұрын

Scotty, I have a 2003 Honda Odyssey that the steering wheel shake left and right when I drive in slow speed. I have had all four new tires re-balanced twice, rotated the front tires to the back and forth, it still doing the same thing. The van has newly installed shocks and bushing, the front wheels also do not wobble as I checked it. The steering wheel tie rods also still in good shape, the only thing I found is the steering wheel is kind of when turning. By the way, I also replaced the right side motor mount recently. Where do you think I should going after to diagnose the problem.

@bonespurdon7503 4 жыл бұрын

Saved me $270.00 today including the 70 dollars wheel bearings I was about to replace got my refund. Your are the boss!!!!

@alexnguyen8025 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Scott ! I need your help. My Camry 06 rear wheel move places when I check it with 3 and 9 o’clock. What is happened? And also I replaced the hub wheel bearing, struts . But car still move side to side on high way ( 60 miles/ hr) ( from the back). Thank you for your video and your time. I love your videos.

@Patrick-mq9gk 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty what are your thoughts on a 2001 Chevy Silverado 3500

@danielmackenzie6709 3 жыл бұрын

I love your enthusiasm

@greatskate2159 5 жыл бұрын

what an awesome video and instruction!

@Ginsengstar 7 жыл бұрын

thank you for this valuable information.

@TwiIight0 7 жыл бұрын

Scotty if a car has perfect rims and tires and suspension parts also look fine, what else could cause a minor high frequency shaking at speeds over 80 mph?

@5KING51 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Scotty

@gerardojuarez7940 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you and have a wonderful day

@frankiedechoudens3561 5 жыл бұрын

Good video, thank you so much for the solution 😊

@davidbrucemusicvideo 6 жыл бұрын

Great idea, thanks!

@user-oz3kn9od8m 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Scotty!

@goiimingsflorentino896 4 жыл бұрын

Hey scotty! I have questions about my 2013 passat 2.5l i want to k ow how to changed the my steering fluid

@mpccenturion 7 жыл бұрын

Good info Scotty - thanks

@KevCo95 7 жыл бұрын

Love the new intro!

@khjdakjdhkajhd 5 ай бұрын

you the man Scotty, Thanks!!!!

@JaredAsaurus 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty My wheel only wobbles a little bit when I reach 60+mph. I notice it gradually wobbles subtle to a little mild then stop and repeats every other minute. I'm not to sure what it is maybe a tie rod problem? I would like to hear what you'd think it is. It's a 99 Civic Ex. Thanks!

@vincentrodriguez3260 6 жыл бұрын

My car steering wheel starts to shake a little when i reach 90kph and above. What could be the problem and how to fix it? Thanks scottie.

@marklenon2335 10 ай бұрын

Thanks Scotty! Worked for me!

@pedrofernandez3893 7 жыл бұрын

I spent a weekend driving a new Fiesta, great steering feel but now that I am back in my old Corolla, the steering feels loose and disconnected, I tried the same test you did and it's ok I suppose it is just worn out suspension parts vs brand new ones.

@ivanbergeron640 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Scotty I was wondering why my 2009 Hyundai Elantra rear wobbles when I hit over bumps

@friedchicken1 7 жыл бұрын

mine has a little play, I would say about 5mm but comes from the steering box. do I have to replace the steering box or is there a cheaper fix?

@Not4resell 7 жыл бұрын

Hello Scotty i have a 2014 ford focus se with onk 40k miles i am having brake problems with the front left wheel which happened very suddenly / grinding noise from left front wheel. i took it in to just have a look over and estimate they say that my front left caliper rotor and front pads need to be replaced and that the caliper wouldn't release. my question is can the caliper be repaired or is is best to have it replace since the vehecile is so new

@claudeanurudha7907 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scott.

@j90yjaved21 6 жыл бұрын

Nice and informative video.

@snyderman001 7 жыл бұрын

This helped me, thanks.

@Jalen9434 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you scotty!

@dragonskunkstudio7582 7 жыл бұрын

Also watch out for popped off weights. On steel rims you'll have weights placed the edge of the rim to balance them. If one falls off it unbalances the tire and will make it wobble at higher speeds. Sometimes you can tell if a weight is missing as there's a spot with more or less dirt and wear to where it used to be. Just have to take it to a tire shop and ask for a balancing of the tires.

@scottykilmer 7 жыл бұрын

good advice

@hanskinslo326 7 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@Horizon301. 7 жыл бұрын

Scotty Kilmer aren't you meant to torque the wheels to the manufacturers recommendations because that what the dealers do to every wheel regardless if it came off or not

@dragonskunkstudio7582 7 жыл бұрын

Chatta290 You've been out of your mind for the last 3 and a half hours, sit down before you fall down.

@Horizon301. 7 жыл бұрын

Dragon Skunk I'm juts asking a question about the video not about what you posted

@IKhanNot 7 жыл бұрын

Scotty my car has a staggered setup and I just put new tires on. There is now a slight vibration felt through the seat at around 60 KPH and 100KPH but at no other speeds in between, above or below the aforementioned speeds. Would that indicate an issue with the rear tires since the slight vibration can't be felt through the steering?

@pinkfloyd110 6 жыл бұрын

thank u scotty . you are an angel

@adelcamac8681 4 жыл бұрын

This video is super useful.

@CurzonB 7 жыл бұрын

I'd say a wheel weight falling off and thus causing a balance issue is more likely than a wheel bending from some minor curb rash. Stick on wheel weights can come off fairly easily, but even the ones that wedge in between the rubber and the wheel can come off. I've also had steering wheel shake from mud, snow, and ice caught on the inside of the wheel which throws the balance off.

@LS-ye5pp 7 жыл бұрын

hey buddy how about doing a video about starter replacement, I have a 1997 Lexus es300 with 143k and I'm about to swap out the starter. I love your videos by the way very informative thank you

@HongNguyen-my5oq 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks scotty, this helps my me.

@MuntiionCars 5 жыл бұрын

Learnt something new today!!! 🤩

@djprince5800 7 жыл бұрын

Gr8 vid...keep em coming.

@FurryWrecker911 7 жыл бұрын

Great job on recommending the breaker bar over the air gun. Personally I'd take it a step further and say tighten it with whatever you carry in your car. For me, it's my 4-way lug wrench. Never leaves my passenger seat. That way if I get a flat, I KNOW I can take it off.

@kevindiaz3459 2 жыл бұрын

And handy if someone ever tries to car jack you!

@jonathanluis4966 6 жыл бұрын

Doing this when I get home and hopefully it works!

@samjemy7561 7 жыл бұрын

so good . nice job scooty

@babyshark5712 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Scotty, is it normal steering wheel shaking like in this video on bad roads? Need advise please

@watvid1 7 жыл бұрын

You looked like Dr Eggman from sonic at the end lol

@JOEWOLCHAK1 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty, I like that swivel cheater bar ( I have one ), are you aware of Harbor Freight's " Flex Head combination ratcheting wrenches", SKU # 61710 , $20 ? They also swivel.

@dealstobid 4 жыл бұрын

I had the same issue. Is it okay to leave the unbalanced tires at the rear?

@CBSInternational 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Scotty! That did the trick!

@Landonomous 6 жыл бұрын

Will a bad cv axle joint cause the car and steering wheel to shake at 55 mph and up?

@garciachriz19 7 жыл бұрын

Scotty for President!!

@padmarajr.s2646 7 жыл бұрын

i love your channel

@glenmoss02 7 жыл бұрын

Nice and informative video. We got 4 "Scotty grunts" out of ya! :D

@bamsgian9759 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much

@daisymouri2302 7 жыл бұрын

Looks like Scotty was working his butt off!!!

@saablazer1658 7 жыл бұрын

You didn't say "Before it's too late!" at the end :(

@veeerzes 7 жыл бұрын

He only says that when he's in the hearse

@unlimitedgaming7872 7 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! SCOTTT

@Bonbonbon739 3 жыл бұрын

So my 2001 Honda accord always drove perfect, but I noticed it was pulling to the right so on the passenger side there was some thread on the inside of the tire exposed so I had a tire place put a new tire on it. Now my steering wheel wobbles a little bit. I did put the back tire on the driver side in the front And put the other one on the back. But it still wobbles a tiny bit now. Did they just balance the tire wrong? It was fine before I got the tire put on

@Andolem 2 жыл бұрын

I am here to let you know you have saved me $756.41, and that was the quote I got from the local car shop, I can not thank you enough.

@estebanserna7918 Жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty I just got some used tires for the front and. Before I bought them the steering work fine but after I put the used ones and then the steering wobble

@GHOSTGXZ 7 жыл бұрын

Great Video!!!! Thank You!!!!!

@alabamaoutdoors4468 Жыл бұрын

Good tip

@bobbywashington8283 Жыл бұрын

❤thanks bro just did this and it worked perfectly

@karoom7337 4 жыл бұрын

thank you man i like your videos

@girthafied 5 жыл бұрын

I’ll try my best to explain my issue. I have an 05 Tahoe that I believe needs an alignment since I have to hold my steering wheel at 10 or 2 depending on what lane I’m in. If I center my steering wheel I vier off the road pretty fast. Anyway I have an error come up on the dash 3 days ago. Said Service Stability control. The message disappeared the next day. On day 3 my suv now has a pretty substantial sway from left to right like a boat rocking but only when coasting or driving under 10mph max. After I get over 10-15 there’s no wobble but there is vibrating in pretty much everything. Any ideas what it could be?