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For 1990-2009 cars only

Wheel Tramp

Problem

Action

The vehicle has improper strut dampener action.

Service and/or replace as needed.

Refer to Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement .

The vehicle has excessive tire/wheel runout.

Inspect the components.

Refer to Tire and Wheel Vibration in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction.

The tire/wheel is out-of-balance.

Balance as needed.

Refer to Tire and Wheel Balancing in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction.

The tire has a blister or bump.

Replace the tire as neccessary. Refer to Tire Mounting and Dismounting in Tire and Wheels.