If your car, truck, or C/SUV is doing any of the things listed below, give Eddie’s Auto Repair a call right away to set up a suspension service appointment. Generally, suspension parts such as the struts and shocks can last as long as 50,000 miles before they need to be replaced. This being said, if you haven’t had your suspension checked in years, it’s probably time for a suspension inspection. This is especially true if your vehicle is suffering from the following problems.
A Corner Sits Low
One sign of a suspension problem is one corner of your car, truck, or utility vehicle sitting lower than the other corners. Specifically, the vehicle’s body is sitting lower on that wheel. What causes this to happen is a broken suspension spring. You need to replace the spring as soon as possible to avoid damaging the suspension and the wheel on which the spring is broken.
Extremely Bumpy Ride
As we mentioned above, the struts and shocks can last approximately 50,000 miles before they need to be replaced. If your automobile’s ride has gotten extremely bumpy and uncomfortable, it’s time to replace the struts and shocks. As you know, these are the suspension parts that absorb the uneven pavement on which you drive for a comfortable ride.
Momentum Movement
Another sign that the shocks and struts need to be replaced is if your vehicle’s body responds to your momentum. In other words, you will feel your automobile move depending on whether you are accelerating, braking, or turning a corner. For example, the shocks and struts are worn if you are vehicle squats when you press down on the accelerator.
Oily Shock Absorbers
If you suspect that it’s time to replace the shocks, you can reach up underneath your rear wheels and touch them to see if they are covered in oil. If they are, this means they are leaking the fluid found inside of them. This happens when the shocks get old.
Pulling to the Side
Another sign your vehicle needs suspension work is if it pulls to the side. This side-pulling is a sign that your wheel alignment is off and needs to be adjusted. When the wheels are not aligned, it can be difficult to control your automobile because it goes in different directions.
Steering Difficulties
Finally, you may start to have problems with your vehicle’s steering if the steering system, which is part of the suspension, needs work. Naturally, it can be dangerous to drive your automobile when you are having steering difficulties because you cannot control its direction.
Call Eddie’s Auto Repair in Kingston, TN, today to set up a suspension service appointment if your vehicle is having any of the problems listed above.
