Wheel Alignment at Deery of Ames in Ames, IA

Drive straight and sturdy with wheel alignment service from Deery of Ames! You’ll be preserving your vehicle as well as your tires, saving money along the way when you get your wheels aligned.

Why Wheel Alignment is Important

Wheel alignment is a crucial service that saves you money in the long run. When you get your wheels aligned, you’re protecting your vehicle’s handling and prolonging the lifespan of your tires as well.

When You Should Get Wheel Alignment

It is recommended that you get wheel alignment service every other oil change or about once per year. You’ll know for certain it’s time for this service if your tires are wearing unusually quickly, noisy steering, or the vehicle pulling to one side.

The Wheel Alignment Process

Below are the steps your service technician will take when performing wheel alignment service.

1. Take the Car for a Test Drive
   Your service technician will have a better idea of what needs to be fine-tuned after this
2. Lift the Car
   This allows for fine-tuning of the angle of the wheels
3. Check the Tire Pressure
   Adjust the tire pressure as necessary until it’s correct
4. Hook the Wheels Up to an Alignment Machine
   This gives feedback on the fine adjustments to the angles of the wheels

Cost of Wheel Alignment

Wheel alignment is pretty inexpensive! If you’re just getting the front two wheels of your car aligned, it will cost between $50-$75. Getting all four wheels aligned will cost between $100-$170.

Questions to Ask Your Service Technician

It’s always good to be an informed driver. If your service technician recommends getting either a front wheel or four wheel alignment, it’s wise to ask why they came to this conclusion. This can allow you to feel better about the cost as well. When communicating the problems with your service technician, make sure to note any details about the problems you’ve been having with your car.

Signs of a Quality Wheel Alignment

If the car no longer pulls from one direction or the other, your tires are now wearing evenly, and everything seems fixed, chances are you had a quality wheel alignment done. However, if you’re still experiencing these, other problems, or are experiencing new problems, that’s a telltale sign of shoddy workmanship.

Caring for Your Vehicle After Wheel Alignment

Having your vehicle serviced regularly is the best way to catch a wheel alignment in need before it damages your vehicle. You should always be on the lookout for uneven wear in your tires as well.

Contact Our Service Department in Ames, Iowa

Deery of Ames can take care of your next wheel alignment with expert care and precision. We’re here to help! You can schedule service online, call us at 515-766-4935, or stop by when we’re open. The Deery of Ames Express Lane is open for quick repairs as well.