What to Expect With an Alignment
1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
If you're concerned about the tread on your tires, we recommend the “penny test” to check your tread depth. Simply insert a penny into your tire's tread groove with Lincoln's head upside down and facing you. If you can see all of Lincoln's head, your tread depth is less than 2/32 inch and it's time to replace your tires.
Signs You May Need an Alignment Service
Your vehicle will almost always provide clear warning signs when its wheel alignment is off. While a "pull" to one side is annoying, it's also a serious symptom that can quickly lead to expensive, premature tire wear. Ignoring these signs can even compromise your safety by affecting your car's handling and stability, increasing the risk of a dangerous blowout on the road.
You must get your alignment checked out immediately if you notice any of the following symptoms:
- Uneven or "cupped" tire wear: You may notice dips or "scalloping" on the edge of your tire tread, or that the inside edge is wearing down much faster than the outside.
- Vehicle pulling to one side: You have to constantly fight the steering wheel to keep the car driving in a straight line.
- Off-center steering wheel: Your steering wheel is crooked or tilted even when you are driving straight.
- Vehicle and floorboard vibrations: You feel vibrations at higher speeds that are not related to your engine.
- Diminished handling: Your steering feels "loose," sloppy, or less responsive than it used to be.
Any of these signs, or having been in a recent collision, are clear signals that your vehicle needs a professional alignment check. Addressing these symptoms immediately is the best way to protect your tire investment and ensure your vehicle is safe, stable, and comfortable to drive.
FAQs
How often should I get a wheel alignment?
Most vehicles in Forney benefit from an alignment check every 12,000 miles or once a year. If you drive through construction, hit a pothole, or notice off-center steering, schedule service sooner.
What are the signs my car needs an alignment?
Look for uneven tire wear, drifting or pulling to one side, vibration in the steering wheel, or a crooked steering wheel. These are indicators that it’s time for a visit to an alignment shop in Forney.
How long does a typical alignment service take?
Most alignments take about an hour, but timing can vary if your car needs additional repairs or new parts.
Why does a 4-wheel alignment matter?
4 wheel alignment adjusts all four wheels so they work together, improving your car’s stability, handling, and tire life—especially on modern vehicles with independent suspensions.
Will a wheel alignment improve fuel efficiency?
Proper alignment reduces resistance on your tires, so your car rolls more easily and uses less fuel. You also get a smoother, quieter ride and longer-lasting tires.
Contact Us for Alignment Services in Forney
Your car deserves honest service and attention to detail. When you trust Christian Brothers Automotive Forney with your wheel alignment in Forney, you get clear information, convenience, and a team that treats you like family.
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FAQs
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Q. "What is the difference between a wheel alignment and a wheel balance?"Wheel alignment is the term for how your wheels sit when mounted to your car and wheel balancing is what’s done to perfectly balance the weight of a tire and wheel assembly so that it travels evenly.
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Q. "How often should I get a wheel alignment?"We recommend every 6,000 miles or when you experience signs of misalignment.
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Q. "What causes bad alignment?"Normal wear and tear can eventually cause your car to come out of alignment, but perhaps a more sudden occurrence would be things like hitting potholes, bumping curbs, or even minor accidents. Click here to read more on the causes and consequences of bad alignment.
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Q. "Do you offer a shuttle service?"Yes! we understand you have a full schedule. Whether you need to get to work, school, or need to attend to other responsibilities, we can take you where you need to go. Click here to learn more.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.
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