Simple Answers from All Pro Servicenter: Alignment

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Question:
How do I know when I need a wheel alignment?

All Pro Servicenter Answer:
When West Des Moines drivers' wheels are properly aligned they all point in the same direction. When they are out of alignment, most Iowa drivers notice a couple of things. First the vehicle pulls to one side when driving. It could be slight or pretty severe. If your wheels have been out of alignment for a while, you'll also start to see uneven tire wear – the shoulder on either the outside or inside of the tire is worn down more than the other.

A whole bunch of steering and suspension components are joined together. Everyday West Des Moines driving can cause West Des Moines drivers' wheels to go out of alignment over time just from the joints loosening up. That's why most recommend an alignment check every couple of years. Depending on where you live in Iowa or the conditions you drive in (off-road driving, harsh West Des Moines winter conditions, poor pavement, etc.), an alignment inspection every year at All Pro Servicenter may be called for.

Suspension and steering components wear over time as well, which can lead to and alignment issues for West Des Moines drivers. Of course, a big bump, like hitting a curb or pothole, can knock a wheel out of alignment or damage a steering or suspension part.

Your friendly and knowledgeable All Pro Servicenter service advisor will check your tires for uneven wear. The type of wear provides clues for what might be wrong. Undercar parts are inspected for wear and damage. The alignment machine will provide a reading of how each wheel is aligned. The reading is compared with the alignment settings recommended by the manufacturer, and then the technician makes the necessary adjustments and repairs to bring your wheels back into alignment.

Now putting off a wheel alignment in West Des Moines can get dangerous because of tire wear: a bad alignment can chew through a tire pretty quickly. If you see uneven tire wear, if your steering wheel is off center or your vehicle pulls to one side, ask your friendly and knowledgeable All Pro Servicenter service advisor about getting an alignment check.

All Pro Servicenter
1121 Railroad Ave
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
515.453.8439
www.allproservicenter.com