Okay, the other day I accidentally drove a quarter of a mile with the parking brake on. It felt like I was going to have a tire blowout - that's when I realized the brake was on. Ever since, the ride of my car has been a bit harder, a bit bumpier. It's not a HUGE problem, but I can feel it beneath the driver's seat and it's kind of uncomfortable.
I only mention the parking brake because of the timing, but I doubt it's a brake problem since it happens when I'm in drive. I thought maybe it was a tire problem, but a visual inspection doesn't indicate anything wrong. My Camry has only 14,000 miles on it, so I doubt it's a suspension problem, though who knows.
My question...What does your car feel like when the tires need balancing? I figure that would be one place to start.
Or, what else might the problem be?
Other info
- Steering is fine; no vibration or pulling to right or left.
- Seems much the same regardless of road condition - pitted or smooth - though I suppose it's more comfortable on smooth surfaces
- I don't notice any bouncing up or down. When I look in thru the front and rear windows, I don't see things bobbing up and down.
Thanks.