Proper wheel alignment helps your tires perform properly and help them last longer. As the only parts of your car that connect you to the road, your wheels and tires are critically important for both safety and performance.
Here at BMW of Silver Spring, the certified mechanics in our BMW service center can perform BMW wheel alignment. Here is exactly what wheel alignment consists of and why it is necessary.
How Do I Know If I Need a Wheel Alignment?
Before talking about what we do when we align a wheel on your BMW SUV, you should first understand when it is necessary to get a tire alignment. There are a couple of indicators that this service is necessary, so if you notice any of the following, you should contact our BMW service center:
- Uneven tread wear
- Vehicle pulls to the left or right
- Off-centered steering wheel when driving straight
- Steering wheel vibration
Why Wheel Alignment Matters
Now, you may be wondering, why is wheel alignment even necessary? Unfortunately, improper wheel alignment can cause your tires to wear unevenly and prematurely. These specific types of tire wear can occur when your wheels are misaligned:
- Feathering: The tires become feathered when the tread is smooth on one side and sharp on another.
- Heel-and-toe wear: This occurs when one side of your tread blocks wears down more quickly than the other in a circumferential direction.
- Camber wear: This strain of tread wear means that the inside or outside of the tread is significantly more worn than the center of the tread.
For quick, professional wheel alignment, schedule a service appointment today.