In case of incorrect crossing of potholes, cracks and other road irregularities, the vehicle may receive hidden damage, which will manifest itself as external impacts and noise. If the fault is not corrected in a timely manner, it can cause major problems. This was told to socialbites.ca by Jan Haytseer, vice president of the National Automobile Association.
“The main impact falls on the suspension parts when going through the holes. This is especially problematic for parts if the driver hits a bump in the road while braking when the springs are compressed. In addition to silent blocks, bearings and steering rods, the steering rack or gearbox is damaged,” Heitzeer listed.
In addition, the expert added that ball joints, suspension arms and tie rod ends failed in such an event. During a stationary ride through a pothole, if the suspension and steering parts are still damaged, extraneous noises, including squeaks, will be the first to indicate a defect. The source said that the camber and heel angles may deteriorate due to the impact, after which the car will start to pull sideways in a straight line, increasing the steering clearance.
“If you do not notice such a malfunction for a long time, for example, it will lead to increased tire wear and the need to replace tyres. In case of violation of the controllability of the car, it is worth coming to the car service for diagnosis, ”advised Heitzeer.
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