You do not want to drive your European automobile if it is having suspension problems. Continuing to drive the vehicle, will only damage the suspension further and might make it impossible to control the automobile. Eurotech Auto Service & Repair can inspect your European automobile’s suspension and make any necessary repairs if you have noticed any of the problems listed below.
A Very Bumpy Ride
You will end up with a very bumpy ride if the suspension on your European automobile has gone bad. Specifically, feeling every road bump is a sign that the shocks and struts need to be replaced. Generally, the shocks and struts should be replaced every 50,000 miles. This ensures you always have a smooth ride. Bring your vehicle to our shop if the ride has become uncomfortable.
Low-Sitting Corner
You may also be able to see a suspension problem if your European automobile is sitting lower on one wheel. This is an indication that the suspension spring on that wheel has broken. The spring can break due to age. You may hear a loud clunk when the spring first breaks. You will also hear a loud clunk every time you drive over a bump until you replace the suspension spring.
Momentum Motion
Getting back to the shocks and struts, another sign that they are going bad is if you feel the momentum motion of your European automobile. In other words, your vehicle will lurch forward when you stop, lean backward when you accelerate, and tilt sideways when you turn corners. Worn shocks and struts can no longer prevent this momentum motion from happening while you are driving.
Pulling to the Side
If your European automobile pulls to one side when you are steering straight, you need to have the wheels realigned. Pulling is just one sign that the wheels are out of alignment. Another sign is a crooked steering wheel when the wheels are pointed straight. When the wheels are pointed straight, the steering will logo should be centered and upright.
Steering Difficulties
Finally, steering difficulties can also point to a problem with your European automobile’s suspension. The issue could be with the steering system, or you may have a problem with the wheels or axles. Obviously, you need to be able to steer your European automobile as easily as possible while you are driving it to maintain maximum control over the vehicle.
Eurotech Auto Service & Repair in Fort Myers, FL, is happy to inspect your suspension if you are having any of the problems listed above. Call us today.