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.
Benefits Of Regular Wheel Alignments
Consistently maintaining proper wheel alignment offers several benefits:
- Improved Tire Longevity: Tires wear evenly when wheels are correctly aligned, resulting in a longer lifespan and reduced replacement costs.
- Better Fuel Efficiency: Proper alignment minimizes rolling resistance, allowing your vehicle to use fuel more efficiently.
- Enhanced Handling & Safety: Vehicle stability might be compromised with misalignment, leading to unsafe driving conditions. Regular alignments improve steering and handling, contributing to safer journeys.
When you choose Christian Brothers Automotive Lakeland Heights for your alignment needs, you ensure your vehicle performs its best, providing peace of mind as you navigate Lakeland.
One often overlooked benefit of regular wheel alignment is the potential for a quieter and more peaceful drive. Misaligned wheels can cause vibrations and road noise, which can permeate the cabin and decrease the comfort of your ride. Maintaining proper alignment also minimizes wear on the suspension and steering components, which means fewer issues and repairs over time, reducing noise and wear and tear on other essential car components.
Comprehensive Tire Alignments
At Christian Brothers Automotive Lakeland Heights, we offer a variety of wheel alignment services in Lakeland tailored to meet your vehicle's specific needs, including:
- Basic Alignment Check: It's essential to check your vehicle's alignment periodically to ensure optimal performance.
- Front-End Alignment: This service focuses on aligning the front two wheels for cars that only need minor adjustments.
- Four-Wheel Alignment: Recommended for all-wheel-drive vehicles, this ensures all four wheels are perfectly aligned.
- Thrust Angle Alignment: This service aligns the rear axle to ensure it is parallel to the front axle, which is crucial for stability.
Our ASE-certified technicians use state-of-the-art computerized alignment technology to detect even the smallest discrepancies, restoring your vehicle's alignment to its original settings. Our team can assist you with a check-up or a full alignment service.
Contact us at (863) 250-3634 or online for reliable car alignment services in Lakeland Heights.
Why Choose Us For Your Alignment Needs?
Choosing Christian Brothers Automotive Lakeland Heights for your wheel alignment in Lakeland ensures you receive transparent, reliable, and high-quality service.
Our customer-oriented approach emphasizes:
- Transparency & Education: We take the time to explain our services and your vehicle's needs in plain language, ensuring you fully understand each step.
- Dedicated Customer Care: Our friendly atmosphere and complimentary shuttle service are designed to make your experience hassle-free.
- Industry-Leading Warranty: We stand by our alignment work with an impressive warranty, giving you confidence in our results.
We believe in treating customers like neighbors, approaching each service with integrity and compassion. Our commitment to honesty and service sets us apart from competitors, making us your trusted partner in automotive care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Is Wheel Alignment Important For My Car?
Wheel alignment is crucial for several reasons. Proper alignment ensures that your vehicle handles well, minimizing tire wear while maximizing fuel efficiency and safety. Misalignment can lead to uneven tire wear, making it necessary to replace tires more frequently, and it can affect how your vehicle steers and handles, possibly leading to dangerous driving conditions.
How Often Should I Get My Wheels Aligned?
Having your vehicle's alignment checked every 6,000 to 10,000 miles is generally recommended, or once a year. However, you might need an alignment check sooner if you notice your vehicle pulling to one side, the steering wheel vibrates while driving, or after incidents like hitting a curb or pothole. Regular alignment checks help ensure your vehicle maintains optimal performance and safety.
What Are The Signs That My Car Needs An Alignment?
Common signs that your vehicle may need an alignment include the car pulling to one side, uneven or rapid tire wear, squealing tires, and a crooked steering wheel when driving straight. Observing any of these symptoms on the roads in Lakeland, such as the Polk Parkway or SR 570, should prompt a visit to our shop for an assessment.
Can Poor Alignment Affect My Car's Fuel Efficiency?
Yes, improper alignment can significantly impact your vehicle's fuel efficiency. Misalignment increases rolling resistance, forcing the engine to exert more effort and consume more fuel. Regular alignments will help maintain better fuel economy by ensuring smooth and efficient driving conditions.
What Should I Expect During A Wheel Alignment Service?
During a wheel alignment service at Christian Brothers Automotive Lakeland Heights, our technicians will thoroughly inspect your vehicle's suspension and steering components. They will then use advanced computerized tools to adjust your vehicle's alignment according to manufacturer specifications. The process usually takes about an hour, after which you'll enjoy improved handling and peace of mind.
In addition to realigning the wheels, our team will inspect tire condition and pressure, which could affect alignment performance. This holistic approach ensures that every aspect related to wheel alignment has been addressed when you leave our shop, giving you more confidence on the road. Choosing Christian Brothers Automotive Lakeland Heights means trusting a service that values thoroughness, customer satisfaction, and safety above all else.
Contact us today at (863) 250-3634 or online to schedule your wheel alignment appointment.
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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