The one thing you should be able to count on your vehicle to do is go the direction you point the wheel. However, any number of problems can subtly shift the alignment of your wheels, causing your vehicle to begin to drift to one side or the other, or need to be turned more aggressively. If you’ve noticed an issue with your vehicle’s alignment, it may be time to have your vehicle’s wheel alignment inspected and serviced. Read on with the certified technicians here at Nissan Downtown, as we take a look at wheel alignment, and advise you on when you should have it serviced.
Benefits of Good Wheel Alignment
The main benefit of properly aligned wheels is making sure your vehicle goes straight on the road. If the alignment begins to slip, you’ll notice the vehicle fighting you to keep going straight as it wants to drift to one side. Another issue with bad alignment is uneven wear-and-tear on your tires. The tires on the side your vehicle is pulling to will wear out faster, and will need to be replaced sooner.
Alignment Check Signs
If you have recently experienced any of the following issues, you should consider having your vehicle’s wheels inspected as soon as possible:
- Fighting the steering wheel to drive in a straight line
- Any minor collisions with another vehicle
- Any rough collisions with stationary objects; including curbs, potholes, or speed bumps
- Your new vehicle has reached 3,000 km
- You’ve changed your tires for the season
- You’ve had new tires installed
- Any part of your suspension has recently been repaired or changed
When to Get Your Alignment Checked
We recommend you have your vehicle’s wheel alignment checked once a year, and possibly every time you get an oil change. At minimum, whenever you have your seasonal tires swapped out, you should have your alignment checked out by our professionals. Also, don’t hesitate to book in for an alignment adjustment if you ever notice the steering is off on your vehicle. It doesn’t take long to do, so you’ll be back on the road soon.
Book Your Wheel Alignment Service at Nissan Downtown
Keep your Nissan driving straight and safe with a wheel alignment appointment at Nissan Downtown, in Toronto, ON. Book your next service appointment with our team of certified technicians, today!