 Have you noticed
uneven tire wear? Or while driving have
you noticed: an off-center steering
wheel? swaying, drifting or pulling?
difficult steering? Any of these
symptoms may indicate the need for
service or repairs to your vehicle's
steering and suspension system.
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At
Park Plaza Automotive, we have
certified technicians who will perform a
professional inspection of the system,
providing you with a complete analysis
of the current conditions and repair
cost estimate. Park Plaza
Automotive is a full-service
steering and suspension repair facility.
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Alignment
A properly-aligned vehicle can protect
you from spending hundreds of dollars in
tire replacement and suspension repairs.
That's why we recommend having your
vehicle's alignment checked every 6
months or 6,000 miles. At Park Plaza
Automotive, certified technicians
perform alignments using the latest
computerized technology for
state-of-the-art accuracy.
There are two types of alignments
performed based on the vehicle's
construction:
1. All-Wheel Full Adjustable
Alignment
For vehicles with adjustable rear
suspensions, we adjust the front and
rear wheels perfectly parallel to the
vehicle's geometric centerline. The
results are four wheels parallel with
the steering wheel perfectly centered.
2. All-Wheel Thrust Angle Alignment
For vehicles with non-adjustable rear
suspension, we determine the rear
wheels' thrust line (the direction in
which they push) and then adjust the
front wheels to be perfectly parallel
with the rear thrust line. The results
are front wheels precisely aligned with
the thrust line of the rear wheels, all
four wheels parallel and the steering
wheel perfectly centered.
Key alignment services include:
Alignment Check
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Inspect steering and suspension
system including tire condition
and air pressure |
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Put
vehicle on alignment rack, mount
and compensate sensors |
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Print
out alignment readings |
Park
Plaza
Automotive Standard Alignment
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All-wheel thrust angle or full
adjustable alignment |
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Inspect steering and suspension
system including tire condition
and air pressure |
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Put
vehicle on alignment rack, mount
and compensate sensors |
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Print
out initial alignment readings |
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Adjust
alignment angles to
manufacturer's specifications |
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Print
out final alignment readings to
verify alignment is within
specification |
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Road
test vehicle |
Park
Plaza
Automotive Plus Alignment
In addition to the Park Plaza
Automotive Standard Alignment
service, we:
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Perform a four wheel tire
rotation |
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Balance all four wheels on our
state-of-the-art computerized
balancing equipment |
Steering,
Suspension and Drive Line Parts
Worn steering, suspension and drive line
components can cause noise, vibration,
premature tire wear and misalignment.
That's why we perform a complete
steering and suspension system
inspection with every alignment. By
replacing worn parts you regain steering
control and handling which will return
your vehicle to its original operating
performance.
Park Plaza Automotive
provides full service in steering,
suspension and drive line parts
replacement. We carry brand name parts,
such as Napa, Moog, Gabriel, and others, with most
carrying a Lifetime Warranty on parts
(only).
Key parts we repair or replace
include:
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Ball
joints |
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Bushings |
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Sway
bar links |
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Center
links |
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Idler
arms/Pitman arms |
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Rack
and pinion units |
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Tie
rod ends/sleeves |
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CV
joints/boots |
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CV
axle half shafts |
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Shock
absorbers |
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MacPherson struts/cartridges |
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