Potholes, bumps in the road, or hitting a curb can knock your tires out of alignment. This can impact the handling of your Lincoln and impair performance. Scheduling a tire alignment service with your local Lincoln dealership can correct any problems and prevent further damage.
Five Signs Your Lincoln Needs a Tire Alignment
1: Pulling to One Side
If your Lincoln pulls to either the left or the right while driving, there could be an issue with the alignment. The slope of the road may sometimes have an impact or there may be a problem with the tire pressure, but if you consistently notice that your car pulls, it’s more likely to be the alignment. As well as being inconvenient, uncorrected alignment can cause excessive wear by forcing your steering to work harder than necessary.
2: Uneven Wear
Tires in different positions will wear at different rates, but if you notice a significant difference or a rapid deterioration, it could be due to misalignment. Poor alignment affects how the tires make contact with the road surface, leading to uneven wear and accelerated loss of tread.
3: Noticeable Vibrations
The precision engineering of your Lincoln means that it should feel steady, even at high speeds. If the steering wheel starts to vibrate, poor alignment is a possible cause. This is because when the tires aren’t properly lined up, excessive tension is generated as you drive. This tension moves through the steering system and can be felt through the steering wheel.
4: Off-Center Steering Wheel
When you’re driving in a straight line, your steering wheel should be clearly centered. If it’s not in the central position when you’re driving straight, it’s a strong sign that your wheels aren’t properly aligned. This can be disorienting when you’re trying to steer your Lincoln, making it easy to lose track of the position of the tires.
5: Misaligned Wheels
If you step outside your car, you may be able to get an indication of tire misalignment by looking at the position of the wheels. If you park your Lincoln and ensure the steering wheel is straight, the tires should also be lined straight up. If the tires are visibly out of line or at an angle, you can be confident that you have an alignment issue.
Schedule a Tire Service at Your Local Lincoln Dealership
If you spot any of the above signs or you just feel that your tires aren’t quite right, your local dealership can help. No one knows your vehicle better than Lincoln technicians, and they can ensure that your tires and wheels are in good working order and properly aligned.
With certified Lincoln technicians and specialized technology, our service department can help with routine maintenance as well as emergency repairs. If you want to schedule an alignment service, contact us today at West Point Lincoln in Houston, TX for professional expertise you can trust.
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