HOW TO DIAGNOSE COIL SPRING PROBLEMS

Since the springs work directly with your car shocks and struts, a broken spring can sometimes be initially mistaken as other worn suspension components. Here is more information on what your coil springs do for your vehicle and what causes them to fail.

Signs Your Coil Springs May Be Worn or Broken

The biggest sign that your coil springs are damaged is if your vehicle droops or sags on one side or corner. The drooping or sagging could be caused by one side of the vehicle being repeatedly overloaded. Your car may also sway more around turns or bounce higher than normal.

In some cases, you will hear a squeak or clunk, especially over bumps. All of these signs could indicate other suspension problems since the whole system has many components that affect each other, so a visual check is necessary.

How Coil Springs Can Break

Because springs are situated near the wheels and close to the road, they are susceptible to corrosion and damage. While many springs are coated, this coating can break down and rust can form causing cracks and breakage.

Also, a severe bump can even break an already old and weakened spring. Overloading your vehicle can cause severe strain on your springs, especially if it’s repeated over and over again.

How to Repair Broken Coil Springs

The only way to safely repair a broken spring is by replacing it. While this option may seem simple, most springs are highly compressed and can be dangerous if removed without the right tools and experience. For best results, have the spring on the opposite side of the car changed as well. It is also generally recommended that new shocks be installed along with the spring.

Though many people seem to ignore the coil springs on their car, they perform an extremely vital function to keep your car safe. If you have a broken coil spring, let our professionals to help you.