Braking

Asked by jmap2132 Dec 30, 2016 at 02:11 PM about the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

When I drive over 70 mph and brake to slow down
my car shakes.  What can that be?

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KenF answered 7 years ago

Most common cause for vibrations when braking are warped rotors. They can warp due to excessive heat or from over-tightening the lug nuts.

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