Dealing with Tulsa’s Potholes: Suspension and Alignment Service for Your Fiat

These days the terrain of the roads themselves is almost as difficult to drive on as off-road terrains. We’re talking about all of the potholes that make driving through Tulsa, Oklahoma, unpredictable. These obstacles can wreak havoc on your vehicle, in particular its suspension system and alignment, especially if you drive a small vehicle like those made by the Fiat brand. Dealing with Tulsa’s potholes is fairly straightforward, though, you simply have to stay on top of your regular maintenance and take care of any and all suspension and alignment service as soon as it comes up. We can take care of all your Fiat service needs right here at Jim Glover CDJRF, whether it has to do with potholes or not, so we’re definitely equipped to service your suspension and alignment.

Potholes can have a serious impact on your vehicle, no matter what you drive, but it’s certainly a bigger threat to small vehicles like your Fiat. Driving over potholes, especially if you don’t see them coming and have no time to react, can negatively impact your tires, wheels, suspension system, steering and alignment, as well as cosmetic damage to other aspects. Today we’re focusing on your suspension and alignment, though, so how do they impact those systems?

The impact of colliding with a pothole can damage the components of your suspension system, causing severe wear and tear to things like your shocks and struts. It also has a heightened chance of knocking your wheels out of alignment, even more so if you impact them at high speeds. These things can get even worse if you ignore the obvious effects that this collision had.

As with all aspects of your vehicle, it’s important to be aware of any changes that might be occurring at any given time. Vigilance is key to keeping your vehicle in good condition, and there are plenty of signs to watch out for that means your suspension system or alignment might have been affected negatively by a pothole collision. Check them out in the following list:

• Falling or low tire pressure
• Pulling to one side or the other while driving
• Vibrations or shaking in the steering wheel, seat, floor, etc.
• Difficulty steering as intended
• Bumpy, uneven riding experience
• Uneven wear on tire treads

Upon noticing any of these signs, there could certainly be something wrong with either your suspension system or your wheel alignment. It’s important to bring your Fiat in to get it inspected if you have any suspicions that something could be wrong.

As with any automotive service, the main benefit of having it done is making sure your vehicle stays in as good a condition as possible for as long as possible. But if you want some more tangible examples of benefits for getting your suspension system and alignment serviced in particular, we’ve got you covered. The main benefit of servicing your suspension system regularly is that it helps to keep moving parts lubricated and prevents the buildup of dirt and debris, both of which could lead to premature wear and tear if left unchecked. As for alignment, regular maintenance helps to improve handling, reduce vibrations, increase fuel efficiency and prevent uneven tire wear.

Whether you’ve noticed some of the warning signs or have just become aware of how long its been since you’ve had a check up, or maybe you just had a run in with some potholes and want to make sure, we can take care of your service needs here at Jim Glover CDJRF. You can give us a call with any questions, or schedule an appointment for your earliest convenience.