Shocks and Struts
Dewey's Auto Center, Fenton, Michigan 48430. Phone: (810) 629-2278, Fax:(810) 629-2243 fax. Copyright © 2011 Dewey's Auto Center. Last Updated: 8/24/2011.
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The primary function of your cars suspension and steering
systems is to allow the wheels to move independently of the
car, while keeping it "suspended" and stable. Any play or
uncontrolled motion in these systems results in a deterioration
of handling and accelerated tire wear. Vehicle alignment is closely
tied to the condition of the suspension and steering systems.
Steering Systems
Worn or loose components affect the ability to control the toe
angle, and may result in a loss of directional stability and
accelerated tire wear. The main components of a Conventional
system are:
systems is to allow the wheels to move independently of the
car, while keeping it "suspended" and stable. Any play or
uncontrolled motion in these systems results in a deterioration
of handling and accelerated tire wear. Vehicle alignment is closely
tied to the condition of the suspension and steering systems.
Steering Systems
Worn or loose components affect the ability to control the toe
angle, and may result in a loss of directional stability and
accelerated tire wear. The main components of a Conventional
system are:
| ■ | 1. Steering Gear Box |
| ■ | 2. Center Link |
| ■ | 3. Pitman Arm |
| ■ | 4. Idler Arm |
| ■ | 5. Tie Rods |
The main components of a Rack and Pinion steering system are:
| ■ | 6. Rack and Pinion Assembly |
| ■ | 7. Bellows Boots |
| ■ | 8. Tie Rods |
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Suspension System
Worn or loose components affect the suspension systems ability to control motion and alignment angles, resulting in a deterioration of vehicle handling and stability, and accelerated tire wear. The main components of the suspension system are:
Worn or loose components affect the suspension systems ability to control motion and alignment angles, resulting in a deterioration of vehicle handling and stability, and accelerated tire wear. The main components of the suspension system are:
| ■ | 9. Control Arms |
| ■ | 10. Ball Joints |
| ■ | 11. Springs (Coil or Leaf) |
| ■ | 12. Shock Absorbers |
| ■ | 13. Struts |