Toyota of Dothan Warns of the Signs Your Car has Pothole Damage

May 24, 2014

Now that everything is thawing out from winter, there will be plenty of road construction to repair damage from plows and wether conditions. For your vehicle, it may be too late. Read through these warnings from Toyota of Dothan of the signs that your car has sustained pothole damage.

Low Tire Pressure

It is important that your tires maintain the correct amount of pressure in them. Otherwise you are at risk for a blow out, and your vehicle will not run as efficiently as it should. Check the pressure routinely. If they are low, loo for signs of damage like rusty rims, blisters or bulges on the sides.

Bad Alignment

Hitting too many potholes can throw your car’s alignment completely out of whack. If your vehicle is puling more to one side when you want to go straight, it needs to be fixed. Take it to a mechanic so your tires wear properly and your vehicle handles safely.

Bottoming Out

If you hit a bump and you hear a loud noise, where your vehicle has bottomed out, there likely a problem with your struts or shocks. These are the things that cushion your car so that it doesn’t bounce around on the road. Potholes can wear them down, making your car unstable.

Undercarriage Damage

after hitting a pothole there can be damage done under your car. Common problems are leaks and holes in the pipes beneath your car. Check it for yourself every so often. If you hit a large hole or several holes and don’t see anything, take it a mechanic to be inspected just in case.