Shaking steering wheel when accelerating?

2013 INFINITI G37
163,000 MILES • 3.7L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TUCKERG37
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My steering wheel shakes when I’m accelerating, and I have uneven tire wear.
Jul 6, 2023 at 9:27 PM
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STRAILER
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This is common when the lower ball joints wear out. I would replace the lower control arm because it will come with new bushings as well.

This guide may help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-shakes-when-accelerating-or-braking

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Jul 7, 2023 at 1:19 PM
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TUCKERG37
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Thank you so much! I only have 1 question. I have heard that it could also be bad tie rods, are there any unique indicators that it’s one or the other?
Jul 7, 2023 at 5:59 PM
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Yes, it could be the tie rods, these are easily checked. Raise the front of the car and have a helper move the wheel back and forth slightly while you watch with a flashlight and look for play, this guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

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Jul 8, 2023 at 11:37 AM