Shock and Strut Service

Responsible for keeping your vehicle driving smoothly and under control over a variety of road surfaces, the suspension system in your vehicle plays a number of important roles. Consisting of various components working in unison, even a single failed or misaligned component can produce several symptoms that affect the handling performance, comfort, and safety of your vehicle.

Reliable Suspension Service and Repair

It’s important to avoid allowing suspension issues to linger, as continuing to drive on it may cause rapid wear or damage or surrounding suspension components, only worsening your vehicle’s symptoms and leading to more expensive repairs.

Vehicle Suspension Components

Vehicle suspension is complex and can consist of many different components.

Shocks

Shocks are a singular component in the suspension system consisting of a piston inside a sealed tube. Shocks allow the wheels to move up and down in a controlled way, preventing the vehicle from bouncing.

Struts

Struts are a structural component of your vehicle’s suspension, combining the function of a shock and spring, while also bearing the weight of the vehicle.

Control Arms

Control arms are suspension components that allow the wheel to move up and down freely, stay in alignment and maintain contact with the road while you drive. Control arms utilize bushings and ball joints to enable easy movement, and the failure of these components is typically what leads to control arms needing to be replaced.

Springs

Springs control the ride height and stiffness of your vehicle, while impacting handling and reducing body roll when accelerating or braking.

Sway Bars

Sway bars, sometimes called anti-roll bars, and beams that connect to both sides of your vehicle and help reduce body roll in corners.

Symptoms of Suspension Issues

Sounds Coming From the Suspension

Clunking, clicking, or banging noises are common symptoms of suspension problems. You may notice sounds when going around corners, applying the brakes, accelerating, or driving over uneven roads and speed bumps.

Bad Handling

Another symptom of suspension problems is poor vehicle handling. If you notice your car is not cornering like it used to or feels “looser”, bring it to a mechanic. This can also be a safety issue.

Bouncy Ride

A bouncy ride is an indicator of failing or failed shocks, since their primary role is to prevent bouncing while you drive.

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If you’re experiencing any unusual sounds or feelings from your suspension system, reach out to the experienced team at Arvada Square Auto for dependable diagnostics, maintenance, and repair. We’ll return your vehicle to driving as it should in no time!