Car Suspension Check and Repairs List
Car Suspension Check and Repairs List
- Inspect shock absorbers for leaks, damage or poor performance
- Check front and rear suspension components
- Inspect coil springs for cracks, breakage or sagging
- Check suspension bushes for wear or deterioration
- Inspect ball joints for excessive movement
- Check control arms and mounting points
- Inspect sway bar links and bushes
- Check strut assemblies and strut mounts
- Inspect wheel bearings for play or noise
- Check steering tie rods and ends
- Inspect CV joints and boots where applicable
- Inspect CV joints and boots where applicable
- Check ride height and vehicle alignment
- Inspect tyres for uneven or abnormal wear
- Road test vehicle for knocking, rattling, pulling or excessive bouncing
- Check suspension for excessive movement or looseness
Common Suspension Repairs
- Carry out wheel alignment after relevant repairs
- Recheck suspension operation and road test after repairs
- Replace worn shock absorbers or struts
- Replace worn suspension bushes
- Replace worn ball joints
- Replace sway bar links or bushes
- Replace damaged control arms
- Replace worn strut mounts
- Repair or replace damaged suspension components
- Replace worn wheel bearings where required