In this video I show you how to fix “death wobble” or violent steering shake (oscillations). A proper fix for death wobble requires a thorough inspection of your front suspension and steering systems. Something as simple as 1 worn out bushing or just a bad alignment can cause a death wobble. A death wobble can affect any vehicle with a solid front axle (Jeeps, HD Ram Trucks and HD Ford Trucks.) Regardless of the vehicle the fix for death wobble is the same. Replace the worn components and get the vehicle aligned correctly. A new steering dampener will only mask the issue for a sort period of time.
A lot of shops want to rebuild the entire front suspension of the vehicle to get rid of death wobble. That isn’t always necessary on a vehicle with lower mileage. For example a lot of videos will tell you to replace all of the ball joints because they have play in them. Jeep has a specification for ball joint play and it isn’t zero. It’s actually about 1.5mm of vertical play. So just because something moves when you pry on it doesn’t mean it’s the root cause of your issue. You may have multiple factors at play.
Here are the parts tools and parts that I installed on this Jeep JK to fix the death wobble:
Steering Linkage Assembly (tie rods, drag link, & hardware): https://amzn.to/3onMRS6
Front Upper Control Arm Bushings: https://amzn.to/3byOhEf
Track Bar: https://amzn.to/33OeR8d
Steering Stabilizer: https://amzn.to/3hyB5D9
Balljoint Press (Used to press in the control arm bushings): https://amzn.to/3yl33Io
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Here are the parts tools and parts that I installed on this Jeep JK to fix the death wobble:
Steering Linkage Assembly (tie rods, drag link, & hardware): https://amzn.to/3onMRS6
Front Upper Control Arm Bushings: https://amzn.to/3byOhEf
Track Bar: https://amzn.to/33OeR8d
Steering Stabilizer: https://amzn.to/3hyB5D9
Balljoint Press (Used to press in the control arm bushings): https://amzn.to/3yl33Io
"Big Nasty" Air Hammer: https://amzn.to/3ywx9sI
My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/repairgeek
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Now i see this video , i got a imitation jeep : 2000 grande cherokee laredo 2wd, in sweet shape , i replaced everything in the front , granted it was loose , tires , alignment , still had the death wobble , last part i changed was that crossover/ track bar , that cured it..never used that alignment shop again , they were worse than me on that stuff ..
I know this video is a couple of years old, but that is the best way I have seen to explain caster.
60k? Wow
Having my front tires @ less than 50psi caused death wobble. Wierd harmonics and stiff tires cancel out I guess 🤷
Lot of rust
How to fix death wobble: easy. sell the Heep and get a 4runner.
I usually just floor it and take it up to about 100 MPH. Most of the times it goes away around 90-95.
My "Death Wobble" was from warped front rotors.
and that's a mild case.
2.5 inch lift will not decrease caster enough to cause death wobble by itself. That being said, you did an amazing job articulating multiple causes of DW which most Jeepers misunderstand. Bad bushings and reduced caster is a good diagnosis and customer should be happy for a while. Great video!
There's a piece that's a hardened rubber boot for the steering believe it goes on the drag link to tie rods and likely the steering damper
It’s hard to tell but if you’re driving straight why is your wheel turned so much – doesn’t look right.
Realistically toe in and caster are the main causes. You dont really hear of death wobble on anything but a recently lifted truck.
why did you install it bending forward instead of sitting straight up?
Best video so far
I have this same issue in my Jeep after I put a 5in lift kit in mine lol
I have the dreaded death wobble right now in my 09 JK. Like many others I have ordered a dual stabilizer kit. But before I install it I am going to take a couple turns out of my upper control arms. To see if that makes it any better. Thanks for the great tips and the great explanation!
Why is the steering wheel at the end of the video crooked?
I've replaced upper, lower ball joints inner outer tie rods, track bar, steering stabilizer, upper and lower front control arms with new axle and diff bushings, coils and spring perch that was rotted out. Checked tire balance and 4 wheel alignment and still have the damn death wobble! 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo.. This vehicle has almost beat me but I won't give up yet.
Hey Man how Much did this fix Cost?? I Need some Help Brother.,