Steering & Suspension Repair & Maintenance

Front suspension

• My mechanic says my car needs new ball joints. What does this mean?
• I feel a high speed shimmy in the steering wheel. What is causing it?

Rear suspension

• My mechanic says my car needs new ball joints. What does this mean?
• I feel a high speed shimmy in the steering wheel. What is causing it?

Shock absorbers and struts

• How do I know if my vehicle really needs new shock absorbers?
• Do my wheels need to be realigned after my struts have been replaced?

Steering basics, steering types

• My steering feels loose. Any idea why?
• Power steering feels stiff when I first start the car, but feels normal after I've driven awhile. Why?
• When I hit a bump my car suddenly jerks to one side. Is anything wrong?

Suspension basics

• My mechanic says my car needs new ball joints. What does this mean?
• I feel a high speed shimmy in the steering wheel. What is causing it?