Driving a vehicle with worn-out suspension components is not only a burden on the driver, but it can also potentially pose serious safety risks to everyone on the road. It’s important to maintain your vehicle, including its various suspension parts, keeping you in control of your vehicle and safely centred in your driving lane. Continue reading to find out more about the signs that your vehicle’s suspension is in need of servicing and what usually goes into maintaining this system.
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Signs Your Vehicle’s Suspension is Due For Service
There are many different signs to look out for when it comes to your vehicle’s suspension, including things that you can feel through the steering wheel and others that you will clearly hear as you drive. A few of these signs that are most commonly observed by a vehicle with suspension issues include:
- Unusual Noises: Worn-out suspension components, usually shocks, struts, and/or bushings.
- Pulling or Drifting to One Side: Misaligned wheels, damaged control arms, or bent tie rods.
- Excessive Bouncing After Hitting a Bump: Worn-out or loose shocks or struts.
- Vibration in The Steering Wheel: Unbalanced tires or damaged suspension parts.
- Uneven Tire Wear: Misalignment and/or worn suspension components.
What Goes Into Maintaining Your Vehicle’s Suspension System?
When it comes to maintaining your vehicle’s suspension system, there are many different components, ensuring your vehicle is within the specifications outlined by the manufacturer. For starters, our technicians will safely inspect the underside of your vehicle to look for any visual signs of worn-out bushings or damage, which would be the first things to note. However, they will also apply pressure against various ball joints and test each component individually to isolate specific problems that might not be visually detectable as bad. Finally, once the problems are found and addressed, a test drive is the next step to confirm that the concerns are taken care of completely.
Book Your Suspension System Service at North Edmonton Kia
Avoid driving a vehicle with compromised safety, and have its suspension system serviced to ensure total control throughout every drive. Our team of factory-trained technicians are knowledgeable and equipped to handle any suspension issue, giving you peace of mind as you safely return to the open roads of Edmonton, Alberta. Contact us to learn more about this service and book an appointment, today.