Keeping your vehicle upright and level, as well as distributing shock from your tires evenly to reduce wear and tear, your suspension is something that you won’t think about much – until there’s a problem. In this article, we’re going to discuss suspension repair, starting with some symptoms of trouble that you should be aware of.
After that, we’ll talk about how you can maintain the integrity of your suspension and we’ll even cover some frequently asked questions on the subject. If you’re ready, then let’s talk about suspension repair and what you need to know!
So, how do you know that your suspension is starting to show its age? Well, the good news is that it’s pretty easy to tell – You’re definitely going to feel a difference. Below are some examples of common suspension problem symptoms so that you can see what we mean:
Getting your manufacturer’s recommended preventative maintenance is going to be your best bet for getting ahead of potential suspension issues. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, there’s a schedule for checking things like your shocks, struts, control arms, and bearings, and keeping your maintenance like clockwork will help to ensure that this is getting done.
Preventative maintenance is about a whole lot more than just changing your fluids, so be sure not to put it off. Your vehicle will be safer, performing at its best, and you’ll protect your investment in the bargain. It just makes good, solid sense.
You could, but then you can do a lot of unsafe things in life – it’s just not a very good idea at all! When your suspension is off, it’s not distributing shock from your tires correctly, which can put undue pressure on them.
This accelerates wear and tear and what’s more, your vehicle isn’t going to be level, either. From a practical standpoint, that means that a sharp turn might well turn into a roll and your tires might even burst from pressure and thinned-out treads and further reduce your control of the vehicle at the worst possible time.
Driving on a damaged suspension is not a good idea – Get your vehicle to an expert right away!
You’re going to want to speak with your mechanic to get the real answer to this question. A seasoned technician who knows your vehicle like we do at Louden Motorcars will be able to assess the current state of your suspension system and make recommendations.
If damage is minimal, say from the normal wearing-down of parts, then likely these parts can be replaced and you can go your merry way. Should the damage be more extensive, however, then replacement may well be the best option – and no one can tell you for sure unless they’ve had an actual look at its current state.
Car suspension repair just refers to the repair and replacement of things like your springs, ball joints, shocks, control arms, and struts… All components of your suspension system. When your suspension becomes compromised by a fender bender or the simple inevitability of parts wearing down, then it needs a little tender loving care – It’s as simple as that.
As your suspension is there to absorb shock from the tires and to keep your vehicle level (and this is a very simplified explanation), it’s vital that you keep it at its best with your manufacturer’s recommended regular preventative maintenance.
If you own a German vehicle and live in the DFW area, then Louden Motorcars can help to keep your suspension and the rest of your vehicle in pristine condition. With over 40 years of experience with German vehicles, we’re the most qualified mechanics on the market and having us at your disposal means that your vehicle will always be in capable hands.
Give us a call or come see us sometime and see what it’s like to have an expert at your beck and call for all your vehicle’s needs – It’s a decision we think you’ll be very happy that you made!
Louden Motorcar Services, Inc.
11454 Reeder Road, Dallas, TX 75229
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