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4 Suspension Parts That Commonly Wear Out And Need To Be Replaced As Part Of Routine Maintenance

9 May 2018

Reginald Richardson

There is routine maintenance that needs to be done to your car to prevent wear and costly repairs. As your car gets older, some of the maintenance may include replacing auto parts that wear out. The parts that wear on your car include rubber seals and bushings, or shocks and struts. To ensure your car is running smoothly, here are some of the suspension parts that you need to watch and replace as needed:

1. Power Steering Pumps and Belts That Make Turning Difficult

When your car becomes difficult to steer, this is most likely due to a problem with the power steering. The first thing that you will want to do is check the power steering belt to see if it is loose, worn or missing. If the problem with your power steering is not the belt, check the fluid in the pump and look for leaks. If power steering leaks cannot be repaired with new seals, you are probably going to need a new pump.

2. Worn Shocks and Struts That Cause Bumpy Rides and Bigger Problems

The shocks or struts of your cars suspension are important components that give you smooth handling. These components absorb stress and prevent damage to suspension components. Eventually, the shock absorbers wear and are less effective at absorbing the stress from things like bumps in the road, which leads to damage to other suspension components. You can tell when your shocks need to be replaced if they are causing your car to sit lower on one side or you feel every little bump in the road.

3. Rubber Bushings and Boots That Wear and Cause Suspension Damage

Rubber bushings are components of your suspension that help reduce stress and make handling smother. When bushings wear, they cause stress in areas where different suspension components are attached, which can lead to serious damage. In addition, suspensions also have rubber boots that protect components from dust and debris. Replace these parts when you notice wear to prevent serious damage to your suspension.

4. Damaged Tie Rods and Suspension Components That Cause Problems

When problems like bad shocks or worn bushings are not repaired, they can lead to more serious issues. The stress on your car's suspension can cause the tie rods and other parts to bend. The bent tie rods will make it difficult to properly align the suspension, which causes problems like excessive tire wear and your steering to pull to one side.

These are some of the common suspension parts that wear and will eventually need to be replaced. If you notice problems with your cars handling, inspect the suspension and contact an auto parts service to replace worn parts before the problem gets worse. 

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