Shaking steering wheel on 1999 Elantra

I've recently had a problem develop with my 1999 Elantra. When I get above
60 mph the steering wheel starts to shake. It doesn't shake continually,
but goes into a sequence of shaking for about 5 to 10 seconds and then
smooths out to normal for 15 to 20 seconds before going back into the
shaking sequence, alternating between shaking and smooth normal operation as
long as I stay above 60 mph.



I first thought the tires were out of balance, so I had them rebalanced, but
the problem remains. The car has 128,000 miles on it. Is this a problem
that is common with this model and what do I need to do to fix it? If this
is not a common problem, what might be the cause and what will I need to
check for repair or replacement?



Thanks in advance for your help.

At 128,000 miles, you have to start considering wear in the steering
components, struts, wheel bearings. A front end alignment and inspection at
a good shop would point out what's wrong. Notice I said 'good shop'.
Finding one of those is hit or miss, unfortunately.


"Carl Paystrup" wrote in message

> I've recently had a problem develop with my 1999 Elantra. When I get
> above 60 mph the steering wheel starts to shake. It doesn't shake
> continually, but goes into a sequence of shaking for about 5 to 10 seconds
> and then smooths out to normal for 15 to 20 seconds before going back into
> the shaking sequence, alternating between shaking and smooth normal
> operation as long as I stay above 60 mph.
>
>
>
> I first thought the tires were out of balance, so I had them rebalanced,
> but the problem remains. The car has 128,000 miles on it. Is this a
> problem that is common with this model and what do I need to do to fix it?
> If this is not a common problem, what might be the cause and what will I
> need to check for repair or replacement?
>
>
>
> Thanks in advance for your help.
>
>