Suspension Repairs Maroochydore

Maroochydore Suspension Repair Services

The suspension system in your car does far more than just give you a comfortable ride—they play a vital role in stability, handling, stopping distance and, most importantly, safety. Surprisingly, shocks and struts are some of the most overlooked maintenance items in vehicles.

The damage usually happens gradually, and people tend to adjust their driving without realising they’re compensating for the loss in control. The control arm, shocks and struts aren’t as obvious as a flat tyre, a blinking light or an empty fuel gauge—so here are some warning signs.

At Maroochy Automotive in Kunda Park, we help Maroochydore drivers stay safe with complete suspension inspections and repairs.

Call (07) 5294 6223 to book a suspension check with our team today.

Shocks & Strut Replacement

An easy way to determine if you need to replace your shocks or struts is to take a quick glance down at your odometer. Most manufacturers recommend replacing shocks and struts every 96,000 – 160,000 kilometres.

Have you been in a situation that required you to quickly slam on the brakes? Stopping hard and fast with worn shocks or struts forces your vehicle to nosedive.

The sudden transfer of weight forward naturally causes the rear of the vehicle to rise and reduces rear braking performance. The result is poor traction and the perfect conditions for an accident.

Control Arm Function

The control arm varies in shape depending on the vehicle but is always in an east-west direction when looking down at a car. It’s called a control arm because it does exactly that—from the chassis, it controls the whole wheel hub assembly, making it a robust and critical component.

Your typical control arm will become bent and worn out and require replacement around the 160,000 kilometre mark. If you can feel the steering wheel or vehicle vibrate while driving, contact us to have our mechanic check your control arm and suspension.

Warning Signs:

• Uneven tyre wear
• Bumpy driving
• Odd tyre pressure
• Bad alignment
• Noticeable body roll
• Pulling during turns
  

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A logbook service ensures your car is serviced in accordance with the vehicle’s manufacturer. Checking your vehicle top to bottom, our first-rate service identifies any faults that require immediate action.