why is my Honda Accord's steering wheel shaking while driving

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather necessary tools and parts.
• Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface.
• Gather safety equipment (gloves, goggles).

2. Tire Inspection and Replacement

• Sub-steps:
  1. Remove the wheel covers or hubcaps if equipped.
  2. Use a jack to lift the vehicle and secure it with jack stands.
  3. Remove the lug nuts using a socket wrench and take off the wheels.
  4. Inspect each tire for bubbles, cracks, or uneven wear—replace tires if damaged.
  5. If tires are in good condition, rotate them if uneven wear is noted.

3. Wheel Balancing

• Tools Required: Wheel balancer
• Sub-steps:
  1. Mount each wheel on the balancer.
  2. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to balance the wheel.
  3. Add weights as necessary to achieve balance.
  4. Reinstall the balanced wheels back onto the vehicle and secure with lug nuts.

4. Suspension Component Inspection

• Sub-steps:
  1. Visually inspect tie rods and ball joints for play or damage.
  2. Shake the wheel by hand to check for looseness.
  3. Replace any worn or damaged suspension parts as needed.
  4. Recheck alignment after any suspension component replacement.

5. Wheel Alignment

• Tools Required: Alignment rack
• Sub-steps:
  1. Take the vehicle to a professional alignment shop.
  2. Follow the shop’s procedure for checking and adjusting the wheel alignment.
  3. Ensure the alignment is within manufacturer specifications.