
Wheel Alignment
Tires wearing unevenly? Vehicle pulling to one side? It may be a sign your vehicle’s alignment needs to be corrected. Schedule an appointment or stop by one of our convenient locations for a wheel alignment service. We offer a lifetime alignment guarantee, as long as you own the vehicle.
Why Your Wheel Alignment is Important
A wheel alignment or tire alignment is an adjustment of your vehicle’s suspension system. The suspension system is what connects your vehicle to the wheels. If your wheels are out of alignment, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will be dramatically reduced. Your ability to turn the car in either direction will be inhibited, and your vehicle will pull to one side, making it more difficult to drive in a straight line.
Poor alignment also causes uneven wear on your tires, reducing their lifespan and making it more dangerous to drive in inclement weather.
Causes and Signs of Bad Alignment
There are a number of things that can cause your alignment to go bad. A sudden jarring or hard impact, like hitting a pothole or curb, or a minor accident will knock your wheels out of alignment. In addition, normal wear and tear on various parts and components can affect the alignment. As your vehicle’s shocks and struts start to wear out, it can cause a slack in steering and a shift on your alignment. Finally, if you modify the height of your vehicle through lifting, you need to adjust the suspension system or you risk alignment problems.
Signs Your Alignment is Off
Your vehicle pulls to the left or right
Uneven tread wear toward the edge of your tires
Vibration in the steering wheel
Your steering wheel is off-center
Your vehicle wobbles or shakes above a certain speed
Wheel Alignment at Auto Repair Pros
At Auto Repair Pros, our ASE-certified mechanics use top of the line alignment machines to make sure your vehicle meets the exact alignment specifications set by the manufacturer. We’ll reset your vehicle’s suspension so that your wheels and tires are set at the proper angles to make contact with the road. And with our lifetime alignment guarantee, we’ll always make sure your vehicle is in optimal condition!