Your car is a major investment. To prolong its lifespan, it’s important to head to your local auto repair shop as soon as you need service. At M & R Automotive Service Center in Geneseo, NY, the auto mechanics know keeping your car in the best possible shape is easy when you identify minor issues before they turn into major problems.

Unfortunately, you might not always know when a part in your car isn’t working properly. This is often the case with shock absorbers. That’s why the car repair pros recommend keeping an eye out for these signs you need shock replacements.

Auto Repair Shop Offers 3 Signs You Need to Replace Your Shocks

1. Bouncing

One of the best ways to determine whether or not your shocks need replacing is to push down on the corners of your vehicle, watching to see how it reacts. If it seems to “bounce” up and down a few times afterward, contact your local auto mechanics to have your shocks looked at. 

2. Strange Noises Over Bumps

When you drive over speed bumps or similar raised surfaces on the road, listen to your vehicle. Strange noises may indicate the car is coming close to bottoming out and needs new shocks.

3. Leaning Forward When Braking

To test your shocks, drive on a safe, fairly empty street where you can apply the brakes suddenly. If the front of the vehicle seems to dive or lean forward excessively when you hit the brakes hard, you should visit the auto repair shop to discuss replacing your shocks.

For more information about the warning signs you should look for to identify a shock problem, head to M & R Automotive Center in Geneseo, NY. From now through April 30, you can get a $50 Visa prepaid gift card if you buy four qualifying shocks from them, a $75 gift card if you buy two shocks and two struts, or a $100 gift card if you buy four struts. Contact them online for more information or call (585) 243-1201 today.