Ball Joint

Ball Joint Inspection and Replacement:

A ball joint connects the wheel hub to the suspension with its flexible ball-and-socket design. This joint allows movement in every direction, helping the tire maintain road contact during steering, stopping, and shock absorption. These components often get neglected, but their importance is significant. If you notice your car wandering in its lane or darting after hitting a pothole, schedule a suspension inspection right away.

Ball Joint Failure is Not an Option:

We recommend lubricating or checking the ball joints every time you get an oil change. If you hear clicking, popping, or snapping sounds when turning the wheel, the joints might be wearing out or nearing failure. Although replacing the joints isn’t part of routine maintenance, the grease inside them will eventually dry out. This can lead to looseness or complete failure. Ignoring these issues can result in broken joints, causing severe damage to your steering and suspension system and potentially leading to a loss of control.

Proper maintenance of your car’s ball joints is critical for your safety. If one fails at high speed, the consequences could be catastrophic. Additionally, a failure in this component has minimal environmental impact. In conclusion, ball joints are serious components that should only be addressed by professionals, like the technicians at Precision Auto Service.