Acura Wheel Alignment Service Near Scottsdale

What Wheel Alignment Does

A wheel alignment service adjusts the angles of the suspension and steering systems to meet the original specs. Front and rear wheels need to be aligned with the center of the vehicle. Most vehicles have four-wheel alignment, where all four wheels are adjusted. A special tool is used to calibrate the alignment by the smallest measurements. Even a tiny difference in alignment can impact fuel efficiency and drivability.

When a vehicle is out of alignment, it can lower your gas mileage, cause tire tread to wear out faster, and makes driving more difficult and not as safe.

What Causes Wheel Misalignment?

Everyday driving can lead to a misalignment as part of normal wear and tear. Certain conditions, such as hitting potholes, driving down gravel or dirt roads, or going on bumpy highways can cause your alignment to be thrown off even faster. If you hit a curb or are involved in a collision, your alignment may be severely off.

To know if your vehicle is out of alignment, you can consider the following:

• Your vehicle pulls to one side when you’re driving straight.
• The steering wheel is turned to the right or left when driving in a straight line.
• The steering wheel doesn’t return to the center when you straighten from a turn.
• You must make continual corrections as you drive to keep the vehicle in a straight line.
• You notice excessive wear to one or more tires on the inside or outside.

If you notice any of these issues, you can schedule service online or with a phone call at our Service Center at Acura of Tempe. Even if you aren’t having any problems, it’s a good idea to have your alignment checked at least twice a year. You can do it as part of spring or fall maintenance.

Other Times to Get a Wheel Alignment

While it’s important to have your alignment checked regularly, there are other times when you might need to schedule an appointment outside of routine services. When you get new tires, you should plan to have your wheels aligned. If you lower or lift your vehicle, it will need to be realigned. You should schedule alignment service if you replace any suspension parts or if you hit a curb or other obstacle with a hard impact. Some of the symptoms of bad alignment can be caused by other issues, so it’s important to have it checked out in case you need to have parts replaced.

Contact Acura of Tempe for wheel alignment service and all your auto service needs. We provide a comfortable waiting room at our dealership and shuttle service if you can’t wait for the repair.

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