GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Buick
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1998
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Skylark
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Driveline/Axle
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Wheel Drive Shafts
🢒 Shudder or Vibration During Acceleration
If a shudder or vibration is detected during acceleration, check for the following conditions:
An excessive joint angle.
1.1.
An excessive toe. Refer to
Front Toe Adjustment
in Wheel Alignment.
1.2.
Incorrect trim height. Refer to
Trim Height
.
Worn or damaged inboard or outboard joints.
A sticking spider assembly (Tri-Pot).
An undiagnosed vibration. Refer to
Vibration Diagnosis
in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction.