Slight vibration

370Zapper · 06-08-2010, 07:17 AM

There is a slight vibration I can feel when I turn right (the is none when turning left). It seems to only happen at higher speeds. It is very slight, but still noticeable and I can feel it through the steering wheel.

Would this be a problem with my wheel bearing? The car only has 11k miles on it. Would this be covered by my warranty?

Jeffblue · 06-08-2010, 08:03 AM

you sure its only when turning right? vibration in the steering wheel at higher speeds is usually a wheel/tire balancing issue. even if it is only when turning right, it still sounds like a balance issue.

370Zapper · 06-08-2010, 08:36 AM

I was thinking it might be related to a balancing issue. I will have to take a closer look into it and see if I lost any weights on the wheel.

Actually, there is slight curbage on the front left wheel. Think I would have lost enought of the wheel to throw it off balance?

j.arnaldo · 06-08-2010, 09:10 AM

Please clarify the "curbage" part, man. I'm at a loss with that term. Thanks.

370Zapper · 06-08-2010, 09:20 AM

Let's just say I did take some metal of my wheel when I scrapped it against a curb.

Jeffblue · 06-08-2010, 09:39 AM

take a picture so we can see. maybe you bent one of your wheels?

370Zapper · 06-08-2010, 01:30 PM

I'll try and take a picture later today.

corner3garage · 06-17-2010, 04:28 PM

I would think its probably caused by tire or balancing, and possibly alignment.

Daishi · 06-23-2010, 12:38 PM

any updates on this? Ive had my wheels balanced 3 times and I still cant get them perfect I still get a slight vibration at high speeds 70-80mph

markymark · 06-24-2010, 05:26 AM

same issue here - I also get a mild humming noise with the buzzing of the wheel. I've talked to nissan and after buggin them for a while they've agreed to replace the left wheel bearing just in case - I'll update if it fixes the issue

Jeffblue · 06-24-2010, 06:28 AM

you guys sure you didn't bend/dent one of your rims?

370Zapper · 06-24-2010, 06:48 AM

Been really busy with work, but will try to post up a pictures as soon as I can.

Daishi · 06-24-2010, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffblue

you guys sure you didn't bend/dent one of your rims?

Positive

markymark · 07-02-2010, 03:48 AM

had the left front wheel bearing replaced, the humming noise and buzzing of the wheel is now gone. Dealer said there was nothing wrong with the bearing when they took it out though??

Im just happy its gone - it was bugging me for 2-3 months

worldfamousz · 10-19-2010, 09:52 AM

if you curbed the wheel, check the wheel bearings for sure.
You've now changed the weight of that wheel ever so slightly, have it re-balanced just incase. Also, you may have slightly bent the wheel even if you cannot see it visually, once a mechanic gets the wheel onto a balance machine they'll be able to see clearly if it's tweaked.

Beyond that, you're getting into suspension and steering, which can also be a cause of the issue due to the curb...

06-08-2010, 07:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
370Zapper Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 116 Drives: PG auto/sport 370Z Rep Power: 15	Slight vibration There is a slight vibration I can feel when I turn right (the is none when turning left). It seems to only happen at higher speeds. It is very slight, but still noticeable and I can feel it through the steering wheel. Would this be a problem with my wheel bearing? The car only has 11k miles on it. Would this be covered by my warranty?

06-17-2010, 04:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
corner3garage The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 9,879 Drives: 240sx, 350z, 370z Rep Power: 34	I would think its probably caused by tire or balancing, and possibly alignment. __________________ Corner3motorsports.com

06-23-2010, 12:38 PM	#9 (permalink)
Daishi Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 683 Drives: 09 370z 6Speed Rep Power: 16	any updates on this? Ive had my wheels balanced 3 times and I still cant get them perfect I still get a slight vibration at high speeds 70-80mph __________________ Cobb Tuned \| Injen Intakes \| Fast Intentions Long Tube Headers \| Fast Intentions TDX Catback 18" Resonators CF Mufflers \| Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi Shift Knob \| 19x9.5/19x10.5 Five Axis Design S5:F w/ 245/40/19 - 285/35/19 Hankook Ventus V12's

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Shifting Stick Vibration	Hugoneus	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	12	02-22-2010 08:38 AM
Shimmy/Vibration Light Braking?	ddvette9	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	6	02-21-2010 11:53 PM
TSB:2009 nissan 370z: Seat popping noise/slight movement from front right seat corner	AK370Z	370Z Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) / Recalls	0	02-21-2010 07:28 PM
Shifter Vibration/ Shift knob vibration	BlackCherryZ	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	31	01-16-2010 09:53 AM
Slight problem after installing G3 intake!	Darkaeon	Intake/Exhaust	17	04-24-2009 01:37 PM

06-08-2010, 08:03 AM	#2 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	you sure its only when turning right? vibration in the steering wheel at higher speeds is usually a wheel/tire balancing issue. even if it is only when turning right, it still sounds like a balance issue.

06-08-2010, 08:36 AM	#3 (permalink)
370Zapper Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 116 Drives: PG auto/sport 370Z Rep Power: 15	I was thinking it might be related to a balancing issue. I will have to take a closer look into it and see if I lost any weights on the wheel. Actually, there is slight curbage on the front left wheel. Think I would have lost enought of the wheel to throw it off balance?

06-08-2010, 09:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
j.arnaldo Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 937 Drives: Nissan 350Z, 2004 Rep Power: 0	Please clarify the "curbage" part, man. I'm at a loss with that term. Thanks.

06-08-2010, 09:20 AM	#5 (permalink)
370Zapper Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 116 Drives: PG auto/sport 370Z Rep Power: 15	Let's just say I did take some metal of my wheel when I scrapped it against a curb.

06-08-2010, 09:39 AM	#6 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	take a picture so we can see. maybe you bent one of your wheels?

06-08-2010, 01:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
370Zapper Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 116 Drives: PG auto/sport 370Z Rep Power: 15	I'll try and take a picture later today.

06-24-2010, 05:26 AM	#10 (permalink)
markymark Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sydney Posts: 51 Drives: white 370z 6MT Rep Power: 15	same issue here - I also get a mild humming noise with the buzzing of the wheel. I've talked to nissan and after buggin them for a while they've agreed to replace the left wheel bearing just in case - I'll update if it fixes the issue

06-24-2010, 06:28 AM	#11 (permalink)
Jeffblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Age: 36 Posts: 9,192 Drives: Z32TT & 335xi Coupe Rep Power: 37	you guys sure you didn't bend/dent one of your rims?

06-24-2010, 06:48 AM	#12 (permalink)
370Zapper Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 116 Drives: PG auto/sport 370Z Rep Power: 15	Been really busy with work, but will try to post up a pictures as soon as I can.

07-02-2010, 03:48 AM	#14 (permalink)
markymark Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sydney Posts: 51 Drives: white 370z 6MT Rep Power: 15	had the left front wheel bearing replaced, the humming noise and buzzing of the wheel is now gone. Dealer said there was nothing wrong with the bearing when they took it out though?? Im just happy its gone - it was bugging me for 2-3 months

10-19-2010, 09:52 AM	#15 (permalink)
worldfamousz Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: so cal Posts: 52 Drives: mazdaspeed3 Rep Power: 14	if you curbed the wheel, check the wheel bearings for sure. You've now changed the weight of that wheel ever so slightly, have it re-balanced just incase. Also, you may have slightly bent the wheel even if you cannot see it visually, once a mechanic gets the wheel onto a balance machine they'll be able to see clearly if it's tweaked. Beyond that, you're getting into suspension and steering, which can also be a cause of the issue due to the curb...