I've got an '96 Subaru Impreza plus 2.0 liter aut. When the car is stopped and i turn the wheel in the right or left most "outside" position and apply some power (not the pedal to the metal ofcourse) the car is jerking ( no strange sounds just feeling). When i do this gentle everything acts normal, no jerking at all, i can drive "eights" or circles in the parking lot, no jerking no strange sounds . And when it jerks i feel it in the front of the car. Is this normal ??
jerking
Nov 13, 2006
2 Replies
Classic "torque bind".
Basically, the thing that lets the wheels turn at different velocities reaches its limit and "slips" intermittantly causing a "bbubububbub" sound or sensation in front.
Not a good thing to do generally, but can happen on slow, tight turns. Doesnt seem to do particular harm unless you do it a lot and for a long term.
To help reduce this, make sure your tires are doing equal wear, and that you have absolutely correct air preassure in all tires. (Get a dial gauge, not one of those s***ty stick gauges.)
Funkadyleik Spynwhanker
Thanks for this very clear explanation !!!
Grtx. Wilfred,
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