during WOT, steering wheel jerks to the sides when shifting
#1
during WOT, steering wheel jerks to the sides when shifting
i have been noticing when im WOT when i shift, the steering wheels jerks to the sides. im thinking maybe its my tires not being able to handle it or the surface im on, but i really dont know. what u guys think?
#2
RE: during WOT, steering wheel jerks to the sides when shifting
You have a FWD, the jerkng that you are experiencing is called torque steer. Its a very common thing with FWD cars especially if you dont have a limited slip diff
#4
RE: during WOT, steering wheel jerks to the sides when shifting
I would think you are getting torque steering. FWD cars generally get this..caused by how power is distributed and where you get grip.
Not sure how Audis are with this, but I used to have a accord and it could be quite noticable.
Not sure how Audis are with this, but I used to have a accord and it could be quite noticable.
#9
RE: during WOT, steering wheel jerks to the sides when shifting
ya the torque steer makes perfect sense. well it doesnt reallly bother me, i mean im still in complete control of the car i was just curious on what it could be