Category: Wheel Alignment
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A Mechanic’s Guide to Shocks, Struts, and Alignments
As a vehicle owner, you’re probably aware that maintaining your car’s suspension system is crucial for a smooth and safe ride. However, understanding the components of your suspension system, such as shocks, struts, and alignments, can be daunting. In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at these essential elements of your car’s suspension and… Read more
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What you need to know about your “Low Tire Pressure” warning light
For those of us who dread long, cold and dreary Chicago winters, the mid-February thaw we had was a sunny and joyful reprieve. But sudden and extreme swings in the air temperature can also trigger a dashboard warning light that many of us might not recognize: A glowing orange or red “Low Tire Pressure” indicator.… Read more
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Pothole damage? Shocks, struts and alignment can be affected
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNG-e_04Q_g?list=PLc3uF1gTNvcI15l9xVXfG0H5K0A7a4s26] You might get a heated argument over whether spring, summer, fall or winter is the best season, but everyone seems to agree on the worst: pothole season. And this year already has produced a bumper crop of impressive pothole specimens. These holes can do a lot of damage to tires, wheel rims, shocks… Read more