Vehicle Suspension Service in Carlsbad, CA
Suspension Service at Premier Buick GMC of Carlsbad
Your car’s suspension system is an intricate series of protective shock-absorbing components such as springs and dampers. These components absorb the kinetic energy from road bumps and other types of impact. Furthermore, the suspension components help the tire to better grip the pavement, increasing the amount of friction which improves stability and control. You can keep your suspension in prime condition with Premier Buick GMC of Carlsbad.
Why is Your Suspension Important?
Suspension systems maximize the friction between your tires and the road. Better friction allows your car to steer with more stability and experience more comfortable handling. The more contact your tires have with the road, the safer and more secure you will be able to drive around Carlsbad, Oceanside, and Encinitas.
The suspension system also provides added comfort. By limiting the kinetic energy transferred from road imperfections like bumps to the passenger compartment, you’ll bounce up and down far less and enjoy a smoother ride. The suspension can help increase the lifespan and durability of your car. The vehicle components suffer less wear and tear by limiting the amount of kinetic energy or vibration transferred from bumps in the road, allowing those components to last much longer.
WARNING SIGNS OF A BAD SUSPENSION
Visible warning that your suspension may need attention can be:
- One corner of your vehicle sits lower than the others
- Uneven tread wear on your tires
- Oil, grease, or obvious wear on your shocks or struts
- You hear squeaking when braking or turning
- Your vehicle fails the “Bounce test”. Push down the front of your vehicle with all your weight, then quickly move away. If it bounces more than twice, you have a problem, most likely a bad shock or strut.
Many warning signs of a bad suspension can be noticeable while you are driving. If you think your vehicle’s suspension may be in danger or just in need of servicing, here are a few symptoms that you should be able to feel during your ride.
- Your vehicle drives rougher than usual
- Your car leans forward, backward, or toward one side as you brake
- Your vehicle pulls or drifts, especially around turns, which is most likely caused by a bad shock absorber
- Your vehicle pulls or drifts while driving straight. This could be your suspension, your steering, brakes, or your tires
SERVICING YOUR SUSPENSION IN CARLSBAD, CA
The first step in solving these issues is the easiest, “Rule out the tires.” Your suspension system is calibrated to work with four properly inflated tires. Checking and correcting deficiencies in tire pressure can sometimes save you a trip to the shop. Proper tire pressure recommendations can be found either in the owner’s manual or on the tire specification tag on the driver’s side door frame. If the problems persist once proper tire pressure has been adjusted, it’s time to see a mechanic.
Adjusting your vehicle’s suspension should be left up to professional certified mechanics. Suspension components such as shocks and springs are under extreme pressure which requires specific tools for proper removal and installation. Failure to use proper tools and procedures can cause serious injury and possible death so please consult a professional.
Call Premier Buick GMC of Carlsbad today to schedule suspension service for your vehicle.