my 2004 saturn ion is shuddering between 35 mph and 40. It's not crazy shuddering, just makes the muscles in your leg shake. It feels like it's the whole car, but you feel it most in the drivers seat. The steering wheel does not noticeably shake when this is happening. least week i had to replace the front left wheel bearing assembly. When i was in there i ended up having to replace the cv axel, and tie rod ball bearing as well. could i have messed something up when doing this work? i took the wheel back off, and everything looked fine and tight. i also threw on the spare instead of the front left wheel to see if it was the wheel or tire causing the problem, but it does the same thing.
What makes this problem better or worse?
worst when coasting. but happens during acceleration too.
How long has your 2004 Saturn Ion had this problem?
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Alex
Alex is right on. But as a side note, I can't help but think torque converter shudder. This would happen upon engagement of the torque converter, which typically happens at the speed you state, without any steering wheel vibration. Just a guess. But, knowing that's a potential issue also raises cause to potential expense in repairs of such an item. Just food for thought.
