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Old 01-05-05, 03:31 PM
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Just bought a 2000 ES. Its Silver/Gray and in new condition with only 25,000 miles. Great car !Only issue so far is I've noticed a slight vibration (feel it through the steering wheel) at low speeds and especially when I'm going around 40 mph. Goes away at highway speeds. Any suggestions on what it is and what the fix might be?

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Have your tires balanced by a tire dealer that has good balancing equipment.
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Yeah, it's either the balancing, or possibly one of the tires is worn. I had a rear worn tire because of the unbalance, made my wheel just shake back and forth.
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Thanks for the replies. The tires are Michelins and are new and balanced. It's possible it's a tire problem but it feels to me like a powertrain vibration...maybe the transmission. I don't know. I thought maybe someone else on the board might have experienced the same thing. It's certified so I think I'll take it in for service and have the Lexus guys take a look.

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