
Your vehicle has many systems that ensure a safe and reliable ride. For example, your vehicle's suspension plays an integral role in maintaining a comfortable ride. However, worn or bad suspension components can affect your ability to control the car, especially when stopping or turning.
How do you know when your car's suspension needs service? Your vehicle will give you several hints.
Riding Rough
One of the most obvious signs that your shocks and struts are beginning to wear is when your car begins to bounce when you hit a bump or pothole. When you start to feel every bump in the road or bumps cause your vehicle to bounce or vibrate, it's time to have your suspension inspected.
Drifting or Pulling During Turns
When your suspension begins to wear, you will often feel the car pull or drift during turns. This drifting occurs when your shocks can no longer keep the vehicle stable against the centrifugal force created during a turn. When your car pulls or drifts, it can be challenging to maintain control and increases your risk of a rollover accident.
Dips or Nose-Dives When Stopping
When your shocks are worn, you will often feel the front of your car dipping forward or nose-diving when you apply the brakes firmly. Worn shocks or struts that cause your vehicle to dip will impact your ability to stop the vehicle quickly.
Uneven Tire Wear
Check your tires for uneven tread wear. Uneven tread wear is usually a sign of a bad suspension system that places varying amounts of pressure on the tires.
Visit the Suspension Experts at Subaru
Shocks, struts, and other suspension components wear with use, and it is vital to take care of issues as soon as you notice them. If you notice any of these four signs of suspension trouble, you should visit us as soon as possible. Use our online service scheduler to make an appointment. Our suspension experts will ensure that your car is safe for you and your family.