What can be damaged in a rear end collision?
Unfortunately, rear-end collisions often result in frame damage, which can put stress on the suspension system of the vehicle and cause the shocks, struts and other parts to wear out faster. Additionally, as mentioned, poor alignment can also put more pressure on suspension components.
What happens when your rear end breaks?
Simply stated, the axles are connected to the front wheels. If an axle begins to fail while driving, your car will start to pull to one side as one wheel loses power. When the axle breaks completely its corresponding wheel will no longer turn and although the engine may still run, the car won’t move.
Are there any problems caused by rear end collisions?
But unfortunately, even minor rear-end fender benders can cause more serious, underlying problems to your car that may not show up for a while- ones that could place your safety, and that of your passengers, in jeopardy. With that said, here are 4 common hidden complications caused by rear-end collisions.
What makes my car’s rear end sway around corners?
If shocks are worn out, the result is excessive body roll and a lack of control around corners. It is less common for springs to become worn, though this can be a consideration on vehicles with high miles. To check the stiffness of your vehicle’s rear shocks (or front shocks), push the corner of the car down as hard as possible.
Why does rear differential noise sound like a broken gear?
Having a chipped or missing high spot on a gear tooth sounds closely similar to a broken gear except that the rear differential noise only happens while accelerating or decelerating. This is because the problem is just present on one side of the offending tooth.
What happens when a rear differential goes bad?
When a rear differential fails, it can cause vibration, noise and fluid leaks that impact a vehicle’s acceleration and driveability. A driver should consult a certified mechanic to deal with a bad rear differential and prevent further damage to the vehicle’s driving systems.