1996 Mitsubishi Galant vibration

1996 MITSUBISHI GALANT
125,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CARMEL CAMACHO
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When I reach about 45 mph, my car starts to vibrate very badly. As I press on the accelerator the problem seems to get worse. I can get up to about 75 mph and as soon as I let off the pedal the car coasts real smooth. I was told I could possibly have some bad struts? My tires are in good shape and I don't think they are the problem.
Jan 8, 2008 at 8:10 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Start of by having the tyres check for out of round, have a balance done and get the steering & suspension inspected.

Mark (mhpautos)
Jan 9, 2008 at 1:42 AM
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MARTYMAN13
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Rev your engine up to about 3,000 rpm while in park or neutral and see if vibration is still there. If no vibration, tires/wheels might be the problem. If vibration is present when not moving, check your harmonic balancer on the crank pulley. They are known to have fallen off sometimes.
Jan 10, 2008 at 10:48 AM
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