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Alignment Service

Dec 18, 2015
When a vehicle is brought to a location for a wheel alignment, the first step for the technician is to road test the vehicle. Road testing will allow the technician to experience the drivability of the pull and identify any other potential issues. Next, the technician will check the inflation of the tires and perform an overall inspection of the suspension of the vehicle. If worn or broken parts are found they will have to be replaced before the alignment is performed.
 
Once the suspension has been cleared, an experienced technician will use an alignment machine to check the alignment of the vehicle’s wheels and suspension system. The vehicle is lifted up onto the machine and it is connected to a computer. The computer will ensure precise measurements of toe, thrust, camber and caster angles and correct as needed. Vehicle manufacturers set standards for the alignment - specified in degrees or inches, to ensure optimal performance for each specific vehicle.
 
The most common type of alignment is a four-wheel alignment. This service is performed on all-wheel drive vehicles and front-wheel drive vehicles with independent or adjustable rear suspensions. This alignment involves both axels being inspected and adjusted as needed so that all angles of all four wheels are aligned.
 
It is recommended that you see a trusted automotive professional for all of your vehicle alignments. Vehicles have evolved over the past decade and require a lot more precision than their predecessors. Alignment machines are able to guarantee that each tire is at an exact angle, which is essential, considering being off by even a fraction of a percentage can affect the wear of your tires. Tires that are out of alignment risk pre-mature wear, reduced fuel economy, and increased driver fatigue due to vehicle pull. It is recommended to have your alignment checked or corrected on an annual basis or if you notice any change in the driveability of your vehicle.

Source: http://www.oktire.com/en/auto-service/alignment-steering--suspension

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