It’s easy to forget about your European automobile’s suspension until it becomes a problem. European Fix is going to list the signs of suspension problems below. Bring your vehicle to our shop at the first sign of trouble to avoid damaging your European automobile’s suspension further.
Bumpiness
If your ride has suddenly become uncomfortable because you can feel every bump in the road, your struts and shocks likely need to be replaced. These are the suspension parts that are designed to absorb the road bumps so you don’t feel them inside your automobile.
Low Corner
If one corner of your European automobile sits lower than any of the other corners, you probably have a broken suspension spring on that wheel. Not only will the vehicle sit lower on the wheel on which the suspension spring is broken, but it will also make a clunking noise when you go over bumps.
Nosediving
Another sign that your shocks and struts need to be replaced is nosediving when you apply the brakes. This is just one of three momentum motions that your suspension prevents you from feeling. The other two are leaning backward when you accelerate and tilting to the side when you turn corners.
Oily Shocks
If you reach up and touch the shocks behind your rear wheels and they feel oily, they need to be replaced. When the shocks get old, they will begin to leak the oil that is inside of them. This leaves them feeling slick and greasy on the outside. Replace the shocks if they have oil on them.
Side-Pulling
Your wheel alignment is part of your European automobile’s suspension. If the alignment is off, your car, truck, or utility vehicle may pull to one side. Generally, realigning the wheels solves the problem. If it doesn’t, there may be something else going on with your automobile’s suspension.
Steering Problems
Finally, the steering system is part of your European automobile’s suspension. Problems with the steering can include a stiff steering wheel, a steering wheel that gives, groaning or whining noises when you turn the steering wheel, and unresponsiveness to the steering wheel. The latter can make driving your European automobile dangerous if you cannot control it.
European Fix in Clinton Township, MI, is the only auto shop you need for your European automobile. Call us today if your vehicle is experiencing any of the signs of suspension problems listed above. We would be happy to inspect your suspension and repair it if necessary.