Among the many services offered at our Volvo auto maintenance center, alignments are an important routine service to get at the right intervals. These go a long way in keeping your sedan or SUV on the road, and with the help of our team, you're able to get alignments when you need one, so be sure to schedule an appointment for this service soon!
Generally, alignments should be scheduled every 6,000 miles for most vehicles, including Volvo. Driving for this period of time and in different road conditions including city streets of the Washington, DC area as well as highways and other roads will eventually bring your wheels out of alignment. This service brings them back to their correct setting. There are signs that you need an alignment as your vehicle will start pulling in one direction as you steer, or you feel a vibrating steering wheel as you drive. Another sign is that the tread wear on your tires is rapid or uneven.
If you're seeing any of the signs, of you've gone 6,000 miles without one, it's best to make an appointment to get this done so as not to cause other vehicle issues that might occur due to lack of service and attention from our team of highly-trained and trusted Volvo technicians.
To bring your wheels back into alignment, our team looks at three different parts, all vital to a correct alignment for your car. The three parts are based on the position of the wheel from where you view or stand. The first is the inward or outward angle of the tire when viewing it from the front of the vehicle. This is called the camber, and if it's too far in or out, that's a sign of needing to be aligned.
The second part is the toe which is the inward or outward turn of the vehicle if you're next to your car and looking toward your feet. Lastly, the caster is the mechanism that balances the steering and cornering of your vehicle. Any of these that are out of alignment can lead to other parts of the vehicle wearing down like ball joints and bearings.
If an alignment isn't done and parts wear down, that's more costly repairs for you. Anyone who drives a Volvo around Silver Spring and Hyattsville knows that confidence comes from a well-built but also well-maintained ride, which is why regular service for alignments and many other maintenance needs is a must.
If you're ready to make an appointment, you can schedule online or by giving us a call at the dealership. Here at Volvo Cars of Bethesda, we're happy to provide you with all your basic repair needs and much more. You can find alignment services and even have the potential to save thanks to service specials. We're ready to begin when you are so reach out to our team today!
Showroom: 7001 Arlington Road
Service: 5415 Butler Road
Bethesda, MD 20814