Service
Steering and suspension repair in Zion
Shocks, struts, ball joints, tie rods, control arms and power steering.
Short answer: Roe Automotive repairs steering and suspension systems: shocks and struts, springs, ball joints, tie rod ends, control arms, sway bar links, wheel bearings and power steering. Worn parts make a vehicle wander, clunk and wear out tires, and loose steering parts are a safety issue.
Signs you need steering and suspension
- Clunks or knocks over bumps
- Loose or wandering steering
- The vehicle bounces or dips hard when braking
- Uneven or cupped tire wear
- A humming noise that changes with speed (often a wheel bearing)
- Whining or heavy power steering
What the work includes
- Shock and strut replacement
- Coil spring replacement
- Ball joint, tie rod end and control arm repair
- Sway bar link and bushing replacement
- Wheel bearing and hub replacement
- Power steering pump, hose and rack diagnosis
- Alignment after suspension work
How it works at Roe Automotive
- Tell us what is happeningCall (847) 746-7649 or send a request with your vehicle and symptoms.
- Inspection and testingWe confirm the cause before recommending parts.
- Estimate before workYou see what we found and what it costs before any repair starts.
- Repair and road testWe make the repair you approve and check the result.
Why it matters around Zion
Rail crossings, frost heaves and patched pavement are part of daily driving in northern Lake County. Combined with salt that rusts springs and links, they wear suspension parts faster than many drivers expect.
Questions and answers
How long do shocks and struts last?
It depends on the vehicle and the roads. Instead of a mileage rule, we look for leaks, bounce, worn mounts and tire wear, and tell you what we see.
Do I need an alignment after suspension repair?
Usually yes. Replacing struts, tie rods or control arms changes the alignment, so we check and set it after the repair.
What is that humming noise?
A hum or growl that gets louder with speed is often a wheel bearing, though tires can sound similar. We road test and inspect to tell the difference.