For a system that spans the entirety of your vehicle’s undercarriage, the suspension often goes overlooked. The suspension system ensures a smooth and comfortable ride and maintains proper vehicle control and handling. It absorbs and dampens shocks and vibrations from the road surface, preventing these disturbances from transmitting to you and your passengers. It also keeps your tires in optimal contact with the road at all times. This maximizes traction and allows you to maintain control of your vehicle, especially during turns. Additionally, the suspension system helps evenly distribute the vehicle’s weight across all wheels. Proper weight distribution contributes to balanced handling and prevents excessive tire wear. The suspension system achieves these functions through various components, including shocks, struts, springs, control arms, ball joints, bushings, and anti-sway bars. Here at Chesdin Automotive & Collision in North Dinwiddie, VA, we are experts in all suspension types, from Macpherson strut and multi-link to double wishbone. If your suspension develops a problem, bring it to our suspension repair specialists!
Professional Suspension Repairs
Suspension problems can manifest in various ways, affecting your vehicle’s ride comfort, handling, and safety. The springs in the suspension system can weaken, sag, or break over time, leading to uneven ride height or a bumpy, uncomfortable ride. Shocks are responsible for dampening vibrations, and movements caused by uneven road surfaces can develop leaks or fail, resulting in excessive bouncing, reduced stability, or poor handling. Control arms can cause alignment issues, noises, or compromised handling when damaged or worn. Additional examples of problems that may warrant suspension repair include worn bushings, faulty sway bars, and damaged struts. We encourage our customers to visit us at the first sign of a problem to prevent further damage and potentially compromised driving situations. Our ASE-Certified suspension repair technicians will conduct a thorough inspection to troubleshoot the exact problem; sometimes, symptoms of suspension issues can really be a problem with the steering system or wheel alignment. A professional diagnosis will ensure the right fix, safety, and peace of mind on the road.
Visit Our Auto Repair Shop Today
Your suspension system is in good hands at Chesdin Automotive & Collision. Whether your vehicle needs a minor or major suspension repair, we have ample experience fixing problems of all sizes and severity. We can also assist with performing regular checks of the suspension system, which are essential to ensure optimal vehicle performance, safety, and longevity. We proudly support our suspension repair work, issuing a 24-month/24,000-mile warranty with all jobs. We regularly offer service specials to help keep service within budget and financing options to ensure necessary service is within reach. Our auto repair shop is open Monday through Friday here at 23225 Airpark Drive North Dinwiddie, VA 23803. You can schedule an appointment on our website or by calling (804) 722-9787. We service all makes and models and hope to see you soon.
