What Is a Car's Suspension System?
Your vehicle's shocks and struts are integral parts of its suspension system. The suspension system is responsible for maximizing the friction between your tires and the road's surface, which ensures optimal steering stability and handling while keeping you and your passengers comfortable during the drive. If the roads in Bradenton were perfectly flat and straight, a suspension system wouldn’t be necessary. However, all roads, including Manatee County’s highways, have subtle imperfections that affect the wheels of cars. A bump in the road causes your tires to move up and down, perpendicular to the road's surface. Without a suspension system, this vertical energy would transfer to your vehicle's frame, which would move in the same direction. Without suspension, your car’s wheels could bounce off the road and then come back down with gravity. The suspension system absorbs the energy from the wheels, allowing the frame and body to ride smoothly while the wheels follow the bumps. Fortunately, we at Suncoast Auto Repair Inc are experts at diagnosing and repairing suspension issues.
What Are Shocks?
Shocks, also known as shock absorbers, ensure that your vehicle's wheels remain in contact with the ground. They control the rebound and impact movement of your vehicle's springs and suspension. Shocks contain hydraulic fluid; when you drive over a bump or pothole, the pressure on the hydraulic fluid slows down the spring as it returns to its normal position.
What Are Struts?
Struts include shock absorbers as well as the coil spring, spring seats, and strut bearing. They connect your vehicle's suspension parts together, supporting you as you drive over rough terrain or make sharp turns.
How Do I Know If My Shocks and Struts Need to Be Replaced?
Like all vehicle components, shocks and struts can wear out over time. The changes are often gradual, so you may not immediately notice the wear. Replacing shocks and struts when needed is crucial as they affect your vehicle's stopping distances, especially in adverse weather conditions. Here are some signs that your shocks and struts may need replacement:
Your vehicle feels unstable at high speeds - When driving on the highway, you may feel that your vehicle is constantly moving up and down.
Your vehicle "tips" on one side - If your vehicle seems to lean to one side when turning and feels wobbly, contact Suncoast Auto Repair Inc at 941-727-5506. We serve residents of Bradenton, FL, Palmetto, FL, Sarasota, FL, Lakewood Ranch, Ellenton, FL, and beyond.
Your tires bounce excessively - If your tires bounce significantly after hitting a bump and you hear a clunking noise, your shocks or struts may need attention.
Suncoast Auto Repair Inc - Your Reliable Shop for Shocks and Struts
At Suncoast Auto Repair Inc in Manatee County, we are experts in auto repair. Since 2003, our owner Shane Cline and technicians have accumulated decades of combined experience. We have excellent ratings based on reviews from many satisfied customers, and our technicians are GOLD Certified NAPA Autocare Center, AAA approved shop, Master SAE Certification, Jasper Distributor. We offer a wide range of services, including scheduled maintenance, Electrical Diagnostics, tune-ups, and Mechanical Diagnostics. Our services also come with a 2 years/24,000 mile warranty.
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