Suspension

  • Replacing Shock Absorbers

    Shock absorbers in vehicle

    Tires may be the only part of a vehicle that physically meets the road, but your shock absorbers are next in line. Working with the suspension springs, they absorb shocks from bumps and cracks in the road, while simultaneously controlling bounce and body roll.

  • Replacing Shock Absorbers

    shocks  image

    Tires may be the only part of a vehicle that physically meets the road, but your shock absorbers are next in line. Working with the suspension springs, they absorb shocks from bumps and cracks in the road, while simultaneously controlling bounce and body roll.

  • Routine Maintenance for Your Suspension

    mechanic working on the suspension of a vehicle on a lift

    The steering and suspension systems are key safety-related systems that largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Have these systems checked regularly, at least once a year, and usually with a wheel alignment.

  • Routine Maintenance for Your Suspension

    mechanic working on the suspension of a vehicle on a lift

    The steering and suspension systems are key safety-related systems that largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Have these systems checked regularly, at least once a year, and usually with a wheel alignment.

  • Routine Maintenance for Your Suspension

    luxury vehicle on the road

    The steering and suspension systems are key safety-related systems that largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Have these systems checked regularly, at least once a year, and usually with a wheel alignment. 

    What does it do? - The suspension maintains the relationship between the wheels and the frame or unibody. The suspension system interacts with the steering system to provide vehicle control. When working properly, the suspension system helps absorb the energy from road irregularities such as potholes and helps to maintain vehicle stability. The steering system transmits your input from the steering wheel to the steering gear and other steering components to control the car’s direction.

    Typical Wear and Tear - Over time, steering and suspension components wear out and require replacement. Regular checks are critical to maintaining a safe car. Factors that affect wear include driving habits, operating conditions (potholes in road), vehicle type, type of steering and suspension system, and frequency of regular maintenance. Some symptoms that you are having issues with your vehicle steering and suspension include the car pulling to one side, uneven tire wear, excessive noise, vibration or bouncing, and loss of control.

    Call or come by Autoworks in Ithaca today to have our professionals make sure your car is road-ready!

  • Routine Maintenance for Your Suspension

    luxury vehicle on the road

    The steering and suspension systems are key safety-related systems that largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Have these systems checked regularly, at least once a year, and usually with a wheel alignment. 

    What does it do? - The suspension maintains the relationship between the wheels and the frame or unibody. The suspension system interacts with the steering system to provide vehicle control. When working properly, the suspension system helps absorb the energy from road irregularities such as potholes and helps to maintain vehicle stability. The steering system transmits your input from the steering wheel to the steering gear and other steering components to control the car’s direction.

    Typical Wear and Tear - Over time, steering and suspension components wear out and require replacement. Regular checks are critical to maintaining a safe car. Factors that affect wear include driving habits, operating conditions (potholes in road), vehicle type, type of steering and suspension system, and frequency of regular maintenance. Some symptoms that you are having issues with your vehicle steering and suspension include the car pulling to one side, uneven tire wear, excessive noise, vibration or bouncing, and loss of control.

    Call or come by Autoworks in Ithaca today to have our professionals make sure your car is road-ready!

  • Steering and Suspension for Your Truck

    suspension of vehicles

    Whether your diesel pickup is a Dodge, Chevrolet, or Ford, it’s undoubtedly a well-made, heavy-duty machine. However, when an issue does arise, trust Autoworks in Ithaca to keep you on the road.

  • Steering and Suspension for Your Truck

    suspension of vehicles

    Whether your diesel pickup is a Dodge, Chevrolet, or Ford, it’s undoubtedly a well-made, heavy-duty machine. However, when an issue does arise, trust Autoworks in Ithaca to keep you on the road.

  • Steering Issues with Your Fleet

    steering wheel

    Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Autoworks in Ithaca, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

  • Steering Issues with Your Fleet

    steering wheel

    Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Autoworks in Ithaca, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

  • Taking Care of Your 4WD

    Jeep in the woods

    Four-wheel and all-wheel drive vehicles are becoming very popular. While they have some practical advantages they do require different maintenance techniques. Your vehicle has to be ready to take on the challenges of your driving style or terrain in the area and in order to keep those service bills down and avoid any costly repairs it's important to be pro-active. Here is everything you need to know about your four-wheel-drive truck as well as some of the things our technicians at Autoworks in Ithaca, NY check every time you visit our shop to ensure we take care of any issue you might have.

  • What are Tie Rods?

    two tie rods

    At Autoworks in Ithaca, reliable trucking is our main concern. From oil changes to engine rebuilds, our expert mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your rig on the road, and performing its best. We also believe that driver knowledge is key to achieving this goal; in pursuit of that, here’s some information on a simple but important part of your truck, the tie rod.

  • What are Tie Rods?

    two tie rods

    At Autoworks in Ithaca, reliable trucking is our main concern. From oil changes to engine rebuilds, our expert mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your rig on the road, and performing its best. We also believe that driver knowledge is key to achieving this goal; in pursuit of that, here’s some information on a simple but important part of your truck, the tie rod.

  • What Does a Ball Joint Do?

    ball joint

    At Autoworks in Ithaca, we know you’re busy. We also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

  • What Does a Ball Joint Do?

    ball joint

    At Autoworks in Ithaca, we know you’re busy. We also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

  • What Is A CV Axle?

    cv axle

    You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from Autoworks in Ithaca, NY, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

  • What Is A CV Axle?

    cv axle

    You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from Autoworks in Ithaca, NY, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

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