Your vehicle’s suspension system is in place to ensure it can handle terrain easily, provide a smooth ride, and ultimately make the driving experience as comfortable as possible. Different vehicles have a range of quality when it comes to the suspension, and newer cars sometimes feature complex engineering to produce an excellent ride.
The Ford Explorer has been a popular vehicle for many years, especially for people who are seeking a reliable, spacious, and comfortable SUV. When working properly, the Explorer's suspension works well and makes it easy to drive. However, like any vehicle, it is prone to issues on occasion.
In this article, we will discuss some symptoms of a suspension issue in the Explorer, and how we go about diagnosing and repairing these problems in our local repair shop. Read on to learn why your Explorer might be having a rough ride, and how our friendly team of mechanics can help.
Suspension Problem Symptoms
Because the suspension is in place to keep the vehicle from swaying and keep it steady over terrain, when there is an issue the most common symptom is a rough, bumpy ride. If your Explorer seems to be bouncing up and down when you hit a bump in the road, if your vehicle is leaning to one side, or if it feels like it’s swaying when you make a turn, the suspension is likely to blame. When the suspension has an issue, you are also likely to hear bumping or knocking noises coming from under the vehicle. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s a good idea to have your Explorer checked out by a trained automotive expert.
Common Causes for Explorer Suspension Issues
Suspension problems typically are a result of an accident or wear and tear. The components of a vehicle’s suspension are made to absorb stress, and over time these components can become weakened or fail entirely. Typically, a suspension issue is caused by a loose connection, a bolt which has become loose or is missing entirely, or worn shocks/struts.
Diagnosing a Rough Ride
Figuring out the root cause of a suspension issue is rarely a DIY job. Because the suspension of any vehicle is located underneath it, the only way to truly determine the cause of the problem is by getting the car on a professional lift and examining the components of the suspension. It takes a trained pro to evaluate and diagnose an Explorer’s suspension, and our team has been working with these vehicles for many years. We are confident once we get your vehicle on the lift, we can perform an accurate and efficient diagnosis.
Expert Repair Available
Once the issue is located, we take the time to fully explain the problem to our customer, and discuss their repair options. When it comes to suspension issues, the repairs can vary significantly in complexity and timeline. If you’re having a suspension issue with your Explorer, please reach out to us today to learn more about how we can help.
