Aram's Auto · Surrey, BC
Restore control, comfort and tire contact.
Suspension inspection and replacement for clunks, bouncing, uneven tire wear and unstable handling.
Ride and handling
The suspension does more than smooth bumps.
Shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and related parts help keep the tires in contact with the road. Wear can show up as noise, wandering, excessive bounce, unstable handling or unusual tire wear.
A suspension inspection can help distinguish chassis noise from brake concerns or wheel and tire issues. If an ABS, traction-control or stability warning is present, vehicle diagnostics may be part of the same visit. Tell us what road surface, speed and steering or braking input triggers the symptom.
What to expect
Suspension diagnosis follows the movement and the load.
Reproduce the symptom
Note whether the noise occurs over sharp bumps, while turning, during braking or on uneven pavement. Record speed, steering position and which corner seems affected.
Inspect connected components
Shocks, struts, arms, bushings and joints work with tires, steering and brakes. Uneven wear or pulling may require checking more than one system before parts are selected.
Treat handling changes seriously
Excessive bouncing, instability, tire contact or a sudden steering change can affect control. Reduce driving and arrange an inspection when the vehicle no longer feels predictable.
Common questions
Suspension questions.
What causes a clunk over bumps?
Several worn or loose suspension and steering components can clunk. Inspection is needed to identify the source.
Can worn suspension affect tire wear?
Yes. Worn components can change alignment and tire contact, contributing to uneven wear.
Ready when you are
Clunking, bouncing or wandering?
Describe when it happens and arrange a suspension inspection.