If your car has a smooth ride, you can thank your suspension system. When your suspension is in good condition, you can handle bumps and uneven road surfaces, and your tires stay in contact with the road. However, if there is wear or damage to any part of your suspension, you’ll notice your car taking the bumps harder. Several other problems also arise when your suspension is damaged. Local auto shops like ours at Broken Wrench Repair are familiar with these problems and can quickly identify them to make the necessary repairs to your vehicle.
Does your suspension need repairs? Auto shops frequently handle these issues and look for these five signs of suspension wear or damage.
Bumpy or Uneven Ride
The sign of worn or damaged suspension parts most people are familiar with is a bumpy or uneven ride. Worn shock absorbers, struts, or springs can cause your car to take bumps harder. The problem doesn’t just make your ride uncomfortable. It can also damage other parts of your car.
Nosediving or Squatting
When you brake or accelerate, your car should remain relatively level. If it noses down when you brake or squats when you accelerate, it’s a sign that your suspension is not holding the body of your car level over the wheels.
Leaking Fluid
If you see a puddle of fluid underneath your car, it could be caused by several things. A brake, power steering, or shock absorber fluid leak could all cause suspension problems. Even if the leak is caused by something else, it’s crucial to identify and repair the problem.
Clunking or Rattling Noises
It’s not unusual to hear a thump when your car hits a bump in the road. What is unusual is rattling or clunking noises that sound like individual parts. Those noises could be a sign that parts of your suspension system are loose or knocking against each other.
Uneven Tire Wear
Because your suspension keeps your tires in contact with the road, they should wear evenly if the suspension is in good condition. However, if the suspension is damaged, the tires will make contact with the road unevenly and so wear unevenly.
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The best way to avoid suspension-related damage is to go to your local mechanic as soon as you notice one of these problems. Our team at Broken Wrench Repair is here to repair your car and get you safely back on the road.
