VW Four-Wheel Alignment in Hagerstown, MD

While your Volkswagen probably looks something like automotive perfection to you, that fact remains that no automobile- no matter how well crafted- is not perfectly symmetrical. Normally, this is not a problem, but your wheels will tend to fall out of perfect alignment over time. An imperfect all-wheel alignment will increase over time, and it can cause wear and tear that can be prevented.

Volkswagen Four-Wheel Alignment 

The good news is that there are several ways you can catch poor alignment early and remedy the problem before it rises to the level of a mechanical issue or a safety hazard. The signs and symptoms of poor alignment include;
  • Pulling to one side: Most vehicles will pull slightly. Try driving in a straight line on an open road with no other drivers around to check for this. Let the wheel go carefully, and watch for a gradual pulling to one side. When slight, this condition is not a real problem, but as it increases, it can become a hazard and can cause damage to your wheels, tires, and steering system.
  • Vibrating steering wheel: Usually a sign of a severe toe condition, this can be dangerous when braking at high speeds and should be remedied as soon as possible.
  • Uneven tire wear: Uneven wear either on your tires' inner or outer edge usually indicates bad camber alignment. Straightening out the camber will help your tires to last longer.
  • Hard pulling when breaking: If your vehicle behaves radically in any way when stopping, you should have it inspected and serviced immediately. This can be caused by very poor alignment, problems with the brakes, or steering.

Three Factors That Determine a  4-Wheel Alignment 

Your wheels can fall out of alignment in three ways. They are; camber, caster, and toe. Camber is the degree to which a set of wheels lean toward or away from each other. Caster is the degree to which the wheel axis leans forward or back. Toe is the degree to which your tires are not parallel- or would not roll in parallel lines if they were to roll forward freely. Out alignment pros here at Sheehy Volkswagen of Hagerstown will measure and rectify each form of misalignment until your Volkswagen rides as straight as an arrow.

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Four-Wheel Alignment in Hagerstown at Sheehy Volkswagen

Our team of professional 4-wheel alignment technicians here at Sheehy Volkswagen of Hagerstown in Funkstown, Robinwood, Mt. Athena, St. James, and Hagerstown, MD, are highly trained, certified, and experienced. Our goal is to deliver a smooth and comfortable ride, free of unnecessary turbulence for greater comfort and better reliability. Call, find us online, or come on down to any of our Maryland locations to schedule your 4-wheel alignment service today.

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