The steering and suspension systems in your vehicle are what help you stay in control as you drive. The entire weight of your car is supported and carried by the shocks and your steering system. This important part of your vehicle provides you with a safe, smooth ride and helps to keep the tires on the road for better control over turning corners and stopping. With annual steering and suspension inspections from Greater Cincinnati’s own Urb’s Garage, you can help to prevent potentially serious repairs.
If you notice anything unusual about your steering or suspension, you should contact the pros at Urb’s Garage for a professional diagnosis. We can easily pinpoint the issue and get it corrected in no time. If you ignore these problems, they can get worse over time and eventually lead to a safety issue if they’re not addressed promptly.
Trust Urb’s Garage for All Your Steering & Suspension Repairs
Urb’s Garage has over 30 years of experience providing top-notch steering and suspension repair services. Our expert technicians service all makes and models, accurately diagnosing issues and making needed repairs to keep your vehicle handling smoothly. We work on all types of passenger vehicles, from small sedans up to heavy-duty pickup trucks.
Worn Tie Rod Ends & Ball Joints
The tie rod ends and ball joints connect your vehicle’s steering and suspension components. But they sustain enormous strain and typically wear out between 50k-100k miles. Symptoms that tie rods or ball joints need replacement:
- Vehicle wanders, pulls, or handles unevenly on flat roads
- You hear clunking when going over bumps or making turns
- The front tires show uneven tread wear
Worn tie rod ends make precise steering difficult. Faulty ball joints alter wheel alignment, causing rapid tire wear and imprecise handling. Don’t take these warning signs lightly – driving with severely damaged tie rods or ball joints can lead to catastrophic loss of control.
Our technicians thoroughly inspect the tie rods, ball joints, boots, and gaskets. We provide color photos of exactly which components need replacing. Our repairs restore factory-grade steering and suspension performance. We keep a huge inventory of tie rods and ball joints for domestic and imported makes.
Shocks & Struts For A Smooth Ride
Worn shocks or struts allow excessive vehicle bouncing, which feels uncomfortable. But more critically, bad shocks reduce traction and braking power. Telltale signs it is time to replace shocks and struts:
- Excessive bouncing after hitting bumps
- Continued bouncing after a bump
- Vehicle leans significantly around turns
- Uneven tire tread depths
Our mechanics determine if worn shocks/struts can be rebuilt with fresh components or need total replacement. We show you actual failed parts upon request. All our shock and strut replacements meet or exceed OEM specifications for unmatched handling and ride quality. We have replacements for all popular makes and models.
Proper shocks and struts are essential for vehicle control in emergency maneuvers. Don’t wait until yours fails completely!
Wheel Alignment For Optimal Handling
After replacing tie rods, ball joints, or shocks/struts, we perform a proper wheel alignment. Adjusting alignment angles restores straight-line tracking and ensures even tire wear. With our state-of-the-art equipment, we achieve precision alignments to factory specifications. This restores peak handling capability.
We also offer standard wheel alignments to correct issues like vehicle pulling or uneven tread wear. Adjusting alignments extends tire life, prevents uneven wear of suspension components, and provides greater control. Our laser-guided alignment rack performs the job quickly and accurately.
Additional Steering & Suspension Services
Along with the services above, we also offer:
- Power steering fluid flush & refill
- Visual inspections of stabilizer bar links, control arms, and other key suspension parts
- Written repair estimates so you can budget accordingly
- Trustworthy advice on the priority of repairs
Our experienced technicians focus on accurately assessing steering and suspension issues, clearly explaining problems, and providing very competitive pricing. Contact us today – keeping your car’s steering and suspension in top shape improves safety and saves money long-term.
Steering & Suspension Issues
It’s important to understand some of the most common warning signs that could indicate you have a problem with your steering and suspension system. Some of these signs include:
- Your tires seem to shake or “wander” when you drive
- Uneven road surfaces or dips in the road are more difficult to drive on
- You’re having difficulty steering in general, or your steering seems to be slipping
- Your vehicle bounces dramatically anytime you drive over a bump or pothole
- The car seems to pull to one side whenever you drive
Inspecting Your Steering & Suspension
If you’re concerned about the condition of your steering and suspension and live in the Greater Cincinnati area, our ASE-Certified mechanics will examine all of the components to ensure that everything is operating properly. In addition to those components, here are a few items we’ll also take a closer look at and be on the lookout for:
- Visibly uneven wear to your tires
- Any alignment issues you may experience
- Your power steering fluid levels and the condition of the fluid
- If your steering wheel is out of alignment, and if your tires are out of balance
- The condition of your impacts or struts
- Check for tightness of nuts and bolts, and re-tighten them as needed
- If there are any loose or damaged power steering belts
We will also inspect your wheel and tire balance to ensure that the issue is not tire-related. With a thorough inspection and a proper diagnosis, we have the solution to all of your steering and suspension problems.
Schedule Your Steering & Suspension Repair!
For your automotive repair, service, and collision needs, visit any Urb’s Garage location in Greater Cincinnati or give us a call and visit us online to schedule your appointment today!