Thursday, November 14, 2013

Warning Signs that Your Car Needs Wheel Balancing

When it comes to wheel balancing, Perth drivers may be unaware of the important role it plays in the proper function of your car. The process ensures that your wheels and tyres are rotating properly which can provide a smoother ride with improved control when driving and it can also help you to save money by increasing fuel efficiency and preventing the engine from having to work harder to maintain the ride. When your wheels are unbalanced it can cause additional stress on a number of components including the wheel bearings and shock absorbers. This is not likely to correct itself and the problem will continue to deteriorate and compromise your driving safely.

Vibration

When wondering about wheel balancing, Perth drivers may have given little consideration to increased sound of vibration when the vehicle is in motion. However, this is one of the most common warning signs. You are more likely to notice is when driving at higher speeds but you may notice vibrations on the steering wheel, the vehicle floor or the seat. Vibrations such as these can be symptomatic of unbalanced wheels but may also indicate an issue with wheel alignment, wheel bearings, suspension or wheel mounting.
There are several types of vibration which may indicate a wheel balancing issue. If the front wheels are imbalanced, you are likely to feel it in the steering wheel. If it is in the back wheels, you are more likely to feel it in the seats.

Buzzing


While you may not notice the feel of slight vibrations, they are usually accompanied by a buzzing sound. This is caused by the vibrations emitting from the car and will usually increase with the speed you are travelling at.

Unusual Tyre Wear
If your wheels are imbalanced, you will probably experience unusual wear on your tyres. On properly balanced and aligned tyres, the pattern of wear is across the width of the tread. On poorly balanced tyres, you will notice a scalloped pattern of wear which occurs along the wedges of the tyres.

Flat Spots

If your wheels are not properly balanced, you may notice flat spots. You can relieve this by ensuring that your alloy wheels are rotated regularly.

Problems Braking

If you notice your car pulling or jerking to one side when you apply the brakes, you may have an imbalance. This issue can be caused by tyre pressure issues, so you should check the tyre pressure and see if this has corrected the issue.

Wheel balancing can be done quickly and effectively. You may be pleasantly surprised at how much proper balancing can affect your driving experience. If you suspect that your wheels need balancing, you should address the issue as quickly as possible to ensure that your vehicle is performing with optimum safety and function.

If you require assistance with wheel balancing perth then Parth's car drivers should contact us. TT Auto Services have experience and expertise in all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair, we would be happy to assist you with this or another issue.

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