Front End Sway

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SNPDRGNZ
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Hello! My 1997 Chevy Malibu (164113 miles) is swaying at higher speeds (50+mph)..for instance, when I steer left, it sways to the right. There is also a clicking sounds when I steer at low speeds. What could be causing this?
Apr 20, 2006 at 3:30 PM
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LOSONE
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Say could be a combination of bad shocks, tires and alignment. The clicking is usually associated with CV joints. Does it click more in a turn??
Apr 20, 2006 at 3:35 PM
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I haven't had it aligned recently, but it does drive straight when I let go of the wheel. It does click when I'm driving at low speeds, say 5-10 mph and then make a turn.
Apr 20, 2006 at 4:23 PM
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LOSONE
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You have a bad CV joint for sure. Turn left and right sharp and see which way makes the most noise. Check you tires and ball joints for sure.
Apr 20, 2006 at 6:11 PM
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Thanks so much!! That's what I was leaning towards, so I'm glad that I was on the right track. :D
Apr 20, 2006 at 6:28 PM