Steering and Suspension
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Power Steering Pump Replacement
When you’re driving and you hear a squeal or groan when you turn, it may be a sign your power steering pump is on its last legs. The same is true if you feel your steering is slipping or d...
Published on: Mar 22, 2026
Have a Ball! Know your Ball Joints (Ball Joints)
We all have joints in our own skeletal system, but did you know your vehicle has some joints of its own? One of the most important is called a ball joint.
One of the interesting things is that it's s...
Published on: Feb 15, 2026
That Squeal is Telling You Something (What Causes Squealing While Steering)
If you hear a squealing noise when you turn your vehicle, it's trying to tell you something is wrong. After all, it never made that noise before, right? The sound you hear may becomi...
Published on: Mar 09, 2025
U and your U-Joints (Lubricate U-Joints)
If your vehicle’s power goes to the rear wheels, then you have something called U-joints in the drivetrain. U-joints are connectors that allow the rotating power from your vehicle’s engine...
Published on: Oct 20, 2024
Steering Clear in Valparaiso
Those who know vehicles believe the steering system may be the most vital component of them all. Perhaps you've found over the years your steering has gotten loose. Or maybe suddenly, your steering wh...
Published on: Apr 09, 2023
Steer Clear of Power Steering Problems (Power Steering Maintenance)
We usually take our vehicle's easy steering for granted until something goes wrong. Power steering is what makes it almost effortless to turn the steering wheel, aiming your vehicle in the direc...
Published on: Dec 19, 2021
Power Steering Service in Valparaiso
Most Valparaiso drivers are too young to remember life before power steering - cranking those great big steering wheels! It was a pretty good workout. Now power steering is standard. Let's look at how...
Published on: Apr 04, 2021
Steer Me Right! (Failing Power Steering Hose)
Most drivers love how easy it is to turn their vehicles, and they have power steering to thank. Engineers have figured out a way to take some of your engine's power to help you turn. Without it,...
Published on: Sep 20, 2020