Suspension Service

Suspension Service with Stanley Auto Group

A healthy suspension system is crucial to your vehicle’s overall safety and performance. At Stanley Auto Group, our many service departments around Texas will provide excellent vehicle care and maintenance so you can travel safely. In addition to routine maintenance services like oil changes and alignment service, we also offer suspension service to keep your vehicle performing at its best. To learn more, visit one of our many dealerships around cities like Dallas, Austin, and Houston. 

What is a Suspension System?

Like many systems in a vehicle, the suspension system is a somewhat complex group of parts that work together to keep your vehicle safe and performing properly. The suspension system is found on the chassis and includes parts such as struts, dampers, sway bars, and springs. The goal of this system is to keep your vehicle stable and steady by absorbing movement and shock, supporting the weight of your vehicle, and keeping your wheels firm on the road. Suspension is also what keeps your vehicle balanced, so next time you drive down a bumpy road or take a sharp turn, you can thank your suspension system for keeping your vehicle stable and safe.

Signs That May Indicate a Damaged Suspension

If there is a problem with your vehicle’s suspension system, you may notice changes in the way your vehicle drives and performs. It’s important to be aware of the signs of a damaged suspension so that you can take your vehicle in for a diagnosis and repairs in a timely manner. 

Signs You May Notice While Driving

Some of the signs of a damaged suspension will be noticeable as you drive your vehicle. Here are a few of those signs:

• Your vehicle is not driving as smoothly as normal. This could mean that your vehicle is drifting, swaying, or bouncing more than usual.
• You hear a squeaking noise when you turn or press on the brakes. 
• Your vehicle is leaning or pulling to one side when you press the brakes.

If you notice any of these signs, it’s likely that the suspension system in your vehicle needs to be serviced. 

Other Signs of a Suspension Problem

You may be able to observe a problem with your vehicle’s suspension by looking at your vehicle while it’s stationary. Here are some of the signs to look out for:

• Uneven wear on your tire treads
• Your vehicle is sitting lower on one corner due to a broken spring
• You see grease on your vehicle’s shocks

Even though these are all common signs of a damaged suspension system, your vehicle may show other signs that aren’t as common. Also, some of these signs may appear when a different part of your vehicle is damaged. So, as soon as you notice a change in your vehicle’s performance, it’s important that you take it to a professional for a diagnosis.