What happens when your suspension springs bottom out?
Vehicle bottoming out. One of the common side effects of a compressed suspension spring is that the vehicle will bottom out when driving over dips in the road. This can cause significant damage to undercarriage of the car and other parts on the car including oil pans, drive shaft, transmission and rear end housings.
What’s the problem with my Saturn Vue 4 cyl?
It seems to be a common Vue problem. Recently put two new tires on our 2004 Saturn VUE FWD 4-cyl vehicle and had 4-wheel alignment done. Both rear wheels are are out of camber, but the shop said there was no adjustment for it and to have a dealer look at it.
What are the struts and shock absorbers in a car?
A strut is the shock absorber built into one unit with the coil spring. Front suspension layout with a MacPherson strut. It’s also known as a MacPherson strut. Any car has four struts/shock absorbers; one at each wheel. Most cars and SUVs have struts in the front suspension and shock absorbers or struts in the back.
Where is the wheel alignment button on a Saturn Vue?
The button can be accessed by taking off the bezel around the shifter and then removing the dash cover above it…in that order. It seems to be a common Vue problem. Recently put two new tires on our 2004 Saturn VUE FWD 4-cyl vehicle and had 4-wheel alignment done.
What should I know about rear suspension problems?
Tracking suspension problems down means knowing the suspension components, what they’re supposed to do, and the ways they can break. But if nothing else, remember that anything that moves is suspect.
Why is my rear suspension making a thunk noise?
Rear suspensions, though, are more likely to have problems with the control arms and linkages that connect them. Sway bar end-links are also suspect, as are strut mounts. Generally speaking, the deeper the thud or thunk, the bigger the problem.
How to troubleshoot rear suspension noise test drive?
How to Troubleshoot Rear Suspension Noise Test Drive. The first step to diagnosis is a test drive, and for that you’ll need a smooth and empty road, a parking lot… Constant Noises — Wheel, Tire or Wheel Bearing. Constant noises don’t usually mean a problem with the suspension as… Noises Over