Burbank Auto Repair

All vehicles come with sets of shocks or struts, which make up your suspension system. Both are in charge of giving you a steady ride and more control of your vehicle. With such an important job, are the warning signs of suspension failure? You feel excessive bouncing, rolling, and shaking when driving, especially on bumpy roads or elevated tracks, requiring you to alter your steering. Irregular tire wear is a major warning sign of worn suspension. Old shocks and struts will keep your tires from making proper contact with the road. You might also experience steering wheel vibration or shuddering, even on smooth roads. Old suspension parts will make your vehicle pull to one side. Lastly, a common sign of worn suspension is a greasy or wet appearance on or near your shocks and struts. To further confirm that you require suspension replacements, you can try the trusty bounce test. To perform the test, all you have to do is push down on each corner of your car using your body weight ... read more