Wheel Alignment Service

Wheel Alignment Service Near Vicksburg

A new vehicle’s alignment is perfectly established and perfectly straight. Over time, your alignment changes as you hit potholes, curbs, or debris in the road. Fortunately, alignment service can restore your alignment and get you going in a straight line again. If you live in Monroe, Vicksburg, or Tallulah, you can get professional alignment service at Winnsboro Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM. Our technicians are trained in the latest tools and techniques of the trade to serve you better.

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Wheel Alignment

When your vehicle first comes out of the factory, the manufacturer has already lined the wheels for optimal use. The purpose of alignment service is to reset the wheels to the original factory alignment positions. With this service, your front and rear wheels are aligned with the centerline of the vehicle. When your wheels are properly aligned, your vehicle’s fuel efficiency is optimized as is the drivability of your vehicle, plus your tires wear more evenly and your ride is more comfortable. When a technician realigns your vehicle, the angles of the wheels are measured against the original factory specifications and are adjusted to match the original specs.

Why Does Alignment Matter?

Best practice for alignment service requires that your wheels are aligned at least twice a year. This is done to ensure that you have the smoothest, most fuel-efficient drives, evenly distributing tire wear so that your tires last longer. The result is that your drive is more comfortable for you and your passengers.

What Causes Misalignment?

In time, changes in your wheel alignment just happen, but it occurs slowly. If you have certain mishaps while driving, it can alter the alignment much faster. These mishaps include driving on bumpy or gravel roads, hitting potholes, striking curbs, running over speed bumps, striking debris in the road, accidents, and other traumatic impacts to your wheels. If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, it may be time to have your wheels aligned:

• Is your vehicle pulling to one side when driving?
• Is your steering wheel turned slightly to one side when driving straight?
• When coming out of a turn, does your steering wheel go back to the center easily without you pulling on it?
• Are you constantly making small steering corrections on the highway or freeway?
• Do you see signs of excessive wear on the inside or outside of any of your tires?

If your wheels are out of alignment, your tires will wear out faster. You’ll also notice that they wear out in uneven patterns. You may find that one side of the tire is smooth, or wires are showing through. While you can self-diagnose your vehicle’s alignment once it gets bad, it’s best to bring your vehicle in before you wear out your tires and need to have them replaced. If you buy a new set of tires, you can also ask about an alignment check.

If you need alignment service, contact us at Winnsboro CDJR and set up an appointment with our service center or schedule your service online.