Don’t Let Bumps in the Road Ruin Your Ride 

Suspension Repair in Portland, OR 

Squeaky Wheels? It Might Be Your Suspension 

A car suspension system can be one of the most critical parts of the car because this is how your tires contact the road. The primary role of the suspension in a vehicle is to keep it stable by negating external forces. Your suspension system will absorb the bumps we usually find on Rhodes. Because if there is no suspension to absorb the bumps, the tires may lose contact with the road. And you’ll lose control of your vehicle. 

From Shocks to Springs: 3 Key Parts of Your Suspension System Explained 

Parts of your transmission suspension system. They are the springs, the shocks, and the struts. Springs are designed to absorb the intensity of bumps in the road and maintain the vehicle’s height on rocky roads. Shock absorbers are put in place to control the impact and rebound movement of vehicle springs and suspension. Struts. Similar functions as shocks, but struts are integral to the suspension structure. They also support the weight of the vehicle. Typical bad symptoms of suspension problems include a bumpy ride in the car, a vehicle that pulls to the left or right, uneven tire treads, the front end dipping severely during stops, and liquid on the shocks and struts. If you are still unsure whether or not you have suspension problems, you can opt to do the balance test on your vehicle. First, park your car on a flat surface to start the test. You need to push down on the front end of your car and bounce it several times. In addition to your suspension system’s shocks, springs, and struts, the system includes the wheels, joints, bearings, bushings, and steering system. To have your wheels aligned, you’ll have to have your steering system adjusted to match the angle of the wheels against the road. 

Suspension Trouble? See Hawthorne 

Hawthorne Auto Clinic in Portland, OR, is Female-owned and community-forward. The shop is also environmentally conscious. Open since 1983. They helped vehicle owners alleviate their automotive issues in Portland, OR, and surrounding areas. They provide suspension repairs as well as general repair, maintenance services, brake repair, tuneups, transmission repair, and engine repair. Our technicians can arrange transportation so you can leave your vehicle with us while we service it. They want to take care of more than just your vehicle. They want to take care of you. They alert you to service updates through email, text, or phone calls. Give us a call now so we can start on your suspension issues.