Fowlerville, MI Alignment

What A Wheel Alignment Does

An alignment resets your car’s wheels and suspension to meet factory specifications. The type of alignment you need depends on your car, its suspension, and the drivetrain. The most common type of wheel alignments are four-wheel alignments, front end alignments, and thrust alignments. The type of axle you have also plays a part as thrust alignments are commonly used on cars with solid rear axles while a four real alignment (while also used for four-wheel drive cars) can be used on a front-wheel-drive car depending on the type of rear suspension it has.

Signs You Need An Alignment on Your Chevy

If your Chevy needs a four-wheel or two-wheel alignment, there will be several signs during routine drives to Novi. If your car is pulling to one side even when driving in a straight line, there are increased vibrations, your tire tread wears out unevenly, or the car’s steering wheel is off-center when you’re not holding it then your wheels likely need an alignment. These issues not only lead to increased operating expenses but also reduce your safety as misaligned wheels can make steering unpredictable and more difficult to do.

How Often Is An Alignment Needed?

Wheel alignments are commonly performed every two to three years or every 60,000 miles however, outside events can cause you to need an alignment. If your Chevrolet is in an accident, you will need alignment services. Still, even minor incidents such as hitting a curb or a bad pothole can throw your wheels out of alignment, requiring an adjustment by a professional. You should also get your alignment checked whenever you replace any part of your Chevy’s suspension (such as the shocks) to ensure everything is working properly.