The suspension system in your car has a couple of important jobs. It improves handling and ensures that you’re able to control the car, and it also helps you and your passengers to be comfortable in the car. Miller Auto Care has these tips for you that can help you to recognize suspension issues.
It’s Difficult to Steer the Car Correctly
When the car is pulling or having other issues, that can make steering much more difficult. It’s especially difficult if the steering system is affected by whatever is going wrong. The suspension system and the steering system are closely connected, which means that any problems with one often affect the other. Another way you might notice that the suspension system is having trouble might be if you notice the steering wheel is crooked when the wheels are supposedly lined up straight.
The Car Pulls to One Side While Driving
Another possible issue you’ll notice that’s related to steering might be that the car pulls to one side or the other as you’re driving. There can be other factors, such as tire issues or brake problems. But it’s also possible that wheel alignment is off and then exacerbated by issues with shocks, struts, and even steering. All of this affects the handling of the car and the issue is only going to get worse on its own.
The Car Looks and Feels Lopsided
If you get into the car and it feels as if one corner or one side is lower than the other, you might not be imagining it. Stand a few feet away from the car and take a look. If on of the corners seems lower than the others, it’s possible that you’ve got trouble with the suspension system somewhere. It’s worth having that inspected to see what exactly is going on.
You’re Feeling a Lot of Road Bumps
The suspension system is all about reducing bumps and jolts from the road. But if the suspension system isn’t functioning properly, you’re going to feel a lot more of the rougher parts of the road. You might even feel the car wobbling a bit more. The entire car might feel looser than it usually does, too.
Need help figuring out your car’s suspension problems? Contact us at Miller Auto Care in Medford, OR. We’ll take a closer look at what’s happening and give you a thorough report about what is impacting your car’s suspension system.