Shocks – Quite simply, shocks keep your tires in contact with the road and help absorb bumps.

Springs – These support the weight of the vehicle and help maintain proper riding height.

Struts – Generally found on modern vehicles, struts act as shocks and help wheels turn easily.

The most common suspension problem is wear from extended road use. Another cause is a jarring impact, or a series of jarring impacts, that could cause breakage.

If something is wrong with your suspension, the most noticeable sign is bouncing. The steering wheel may also feel loose. If possible, check to see if your vehicle is sitting level.

What are other symptoms that could alert you to possible suspension problems?

• Steering column noises
• Rack and pinion steering gear noises, vibration, steering effort, freeplay, steering pull
• Low or leaking power steering fluid
• Steering gear (non-rack and pinion type) noises, binding, vibration
• Front or rear suspension system noises

How can Alabama Auto Repair assist with your car or truck’s suspension problems? We can help make your life easier (and safer) by having one of our trained technicians perform a complete vehicle safety inspection. Shocks and struts wear out gradually, so problems may go unrecognized for a while. We can check the components (such as upper and lower control arms, upper and lower ball joints, axle assemblies, steering knuckles/spindle assemblies, steering arms, coil springs, leaf springs, center pins, bolts and mounts) of your suspension system to determine if there’s a problem and pinpoint the problem area. Then, we’ll explain the problem to you and, with your approval, repair or replace only the parts that need repairing or replacing.

At Alabama Auto Repair, our technicians and service personnel work to get you and your vehicle back on the road safely.

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