2005 Cobalt, when brakes are applied steering wheel shakes. Mechanic said brakes and rotars look fine. Help please...

Asked by mellowyellowbutterfl... Sep 02, 2013 at 09:53 AM about the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt LS Sedan FWD

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2005 Cobalt, when brakes are applied steering wheel shakes. Mechanic said brakes and rotars look fine. Help please..

migration_judge_roy answered 11 years ago

the tie rod ends and control arm bushings should be examined~

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thejeepdoctor answered 11 years ago

odds are rotors are warped. Need to be resurfaced.

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munron answered 11 years ago

Might even be a tire issue. Are they getting worn out? Maybe rotate them front to back to see if that changes anything.

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