Precision Wheel Alignments
Drive Right With A Wheel Alignment
Proper wheel alignment is crucial for ensuring your vehicle stays in contact with the road. Misaligned wheels can lead to uneven tire wear, poor handling, and decreased fuel efficiency. At Vancouver Auto Center, our wheel alignment service can ensure your wheels are aligned, providing you with a smoother ride and extending the life of your tires.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCESS
INITIAL INSPECTION
Before any adjustments, our technicians perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle’s suspension and steering components. This includes checking for worn or damaged parts such as ball joints, tie rods, and control arms.
​CAMBER ADJUSTMENT
Camber refers to the angle of the wheels when viewed from the front of the vehicle. Adjustments are made to ensure the wheels are perpendicular to the road, which helps in even tire wear and optimal handling.
CASTER ADJUSTMENT
Caster is the angle of the steering axis when viewed from the side of the vehicle. Adjusting the caster angle improves the vehicle’s steering stability and cornering performance.
TEST DRIVE
Finally we complete a test drive to ensure that the vehicle handles correctly and that there are no other issues. This helps verify that the alignment adjustments have been successfully implemented.
INITIAL WHEEL MEASURING
Using advanced alignment machines, we measure the current position and angles of your wheels. These machines provide precise readings of all the necessary angles we adjust to ensure that we have accurate data before we align your wheels.
TOE ADJUSTMENT
Toe is the angle at which the tires point inward or outward when viewed from above. Proper toe adjustment ensures that your vehicle drives straight and reduces tire wear.
FINAL MEASUREMENT
After making all necessary adjustments, we re-measure the alignment angles to ensure they are within the manufacturer’s specifications. This step is crucial to confirm that the alignment is accurate and effective.
