Vibration in in front end but not in steering wheel.

[andrewchesebro]

I have 2005 Subaru legacy 2.5i and I got it 2 weeks ago with 114k on it. When i get to about 35 or 40 mph the car starts to shake. It lessens when you let off and will lessens even more if you put it in neutral. I have no idea what it could be.

 

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[ehsnils]

Start with checking wheel bearings.

[08SpecB_DE]

Could be a CV shaft or driveshaft.

[shububu]

Iv'e been dealing with vibration problems also. Get the wheels checked for true and a Roadforce balance. At least it will eliminate them. Then wheel bearings.....good luck

[RecklessWOT]

Do you let off at 40 every time, or have you gone faster? Does the vibration get worse at higher speeds or does it have a "sweet spot" where it goes away again?

 

There are many things that can make a car shake/wobble/vibrate, but the fact that you can't feel it in the steering wheel means it's most likely not front-end related. What kind of condition is the rear suspension in? Rear axles/bearings? Are there any grinding/moaning sounds associated with it? Does the rear diff have fluid in it? Have you tried getting a 4 wheel alignment?

 

Was the car ever in an accident before you got your hands on it?