How to Check Your Suspension Coil Springs for Damage (Safety Inspection Failure)

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  • Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
  • If you work on your own car it's always a good idea to keep an eye on your Suspension Springs for issues that may cause you to fail your Safety Inspection. Check out this video for a simple DIY guide!
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  • @YouWrench
    @YouWrench  2 роки тому +1

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  • @IssamFarhat-je4ni
    @IssamFarhat-je4ni 17 днів тому

    I have issue.my car sway left or right when its windy conditions depend on the side of wind.Does because springs. Cos last time i measured left front spring less 2cm than right front but the spring not cracks or rusty.car mileage 140000km.all suspension new with balancing done.what do u suggest plz?tk u

  • @31acruz
    @31acruz Рік тому +1

    If nothing is broken and the springs look shinny smooth and pit free, is that the only thing to check for? does that mean they springs don't get fatigued or old? Mine look perfect and have 120K miles on them. As long as they are in good cosmetic condition, don't they wear out internally? that is the biggest question and the one you did not even answer or touch.

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  Рік тому +1

      Yes, springs can 'wear out' over time. More so they start to lose their ability to effectively hold the same weight. In this case there will be a notable 'sag' in the height of the suspension. But assuming that it's not visibly sagging, and there are no break or damage to the springs then the springs should be good! Hope that helps!
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  • @supercat1969
    @supercat1969 Рік тому +1

    found your video very helpful! Dealer told me my car has broken front springs and quoted me $3200 and failed my inspection. I went to another inspection site and passed it without any issue.... I wanted to know if it is really easy to tell that or because the second inspector was less experience or I was almost scammed by the dealer?

    • @supercat1969
      @supercat1969 Рік тому

      i have a 14 volkswagen toureag btw :)

  • @rowdogspeaks5900
    @rowdogspeaks5900 Рік тому

    I heard a metallic clatter as I was driving over some bumps today and found a section of coil under the car. I’ve checked above the wheel arches and nothing looks broken. Can I still drive my car safely? Thinking of getting it checked. Thanks for the video.

  • @jimenadewhirst5218
    @jimenadewhirst5218 2 роки тому +1

    OK so found out that the bottom of my coil spring broke of but not the hole thing what should I do is it safe to drive it till I get it done?

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  2 роки тому

      Yes, absolutely. You probably didn't know it was broken until you took a look. It's usually one of the ends that breaks which often does not make a huge difference to steering or suspended. It will be fine to drive with a broken spring end, but don't leave it too long before replacing. It will likely affect your tire wear to a degree also, so sooner is usually better. Hope that helps !!
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  • @A-RAarrivaarriva
    @A-RAarrivaarriva Рік тому

    hi, like your easy to follow your explanation and detailing of how to change brakes on the dodge caravan, but you never mentioned what to do about the brake fluid in the reservoir, do you open the cap before you press the piston , or not? do you add brake fluild etc....,thanks

  • @CEOofSleep
    @CEOofSleep 2 роки тому

    Bought a 2nd hand Lancer 97, I definitely should get it replaced no?

  • @simaxpix
    @simaxpix Рік тому

    Great explanation: thank you very much !

  • @Gd2btheking
    @Gd2btheking 2 роки тому +2

    Great video, exactly what I needed.

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  2 роки тому

      Perfect, glad we could help :-) www.paypal.me/youwrench
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  • @lawrencemcmillan4146
    @lawrencemcmillan4146 28 днів тому

    excellent video!

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  26 днів тому

      Thank you very much! 👍

  • @eddiegoodwin9643
    @eddiegoodwin9643 Рік тому

    Nice one. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @SuperEthel
    @SuperEthel 2 роки тому

    fantasic video....clear and simple explanation didnt you used to do these how to videos for another channel...1A

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  Рік тому

      Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video!!
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  • @jonnygti
    @jonnygti Рік тому

    Can a garage tell if front coils are broken without removing the front wheels? That’s what’s just happened to me today. I had a look under the arch at what I can see when the car is sat on my driveway, can’t see any rust or breaks at all. And from under the bonnet you can’t see anything. I’m hoping they aren’t telling lies!?

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  Рік тому +1

      Yes, absolutely. Assuming they lifted the car into the air on either a four or two post lift, it is pretty easy to get a good view of the springs and check them for damage. With the car on the floor, not so much (depending on model and how low to the ground the car sits)! But if they drove it on to a lift and looked then definitely yes, easy to spot breaks.
      It may be worth jacking up the corner/s they said had the broken spring/s and remove the wheel/s and take a look for yourself so you can be 100% certain in your own mind. The breaks are likley to be on the ends of the springs and can sometimes be hard to see if visual access is not great. Hope that helps!
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    • @jonnygti
      @jonnygti Рік тому

      @@YouWrench thank you very much for taking the time to reply to me, really appreciate it 😁👍🏻

  • @roy5802
    @roy5802 Рік тому

    so clear and concise

  • @vunjack9976
    @vunjack9976 3 роки тому

    Nice informative video! Following your advice, I noticed the coil springs on my car are cracked with some small surface level pieces fallen off. Do you think I should replace them?

    • @YouWrench
      @YouWrench  3 роки тому +1

      Glad the video was helpful :-) When you say cracks, if it's just the outer coating (powder coating) cracking and coming away from the metal then that's nothing to be too concerned about as that always tends to happen over time. However, if you are saying that there are visible cracks in the spring metal itself, then yes get those replaced as those cracks won't last very long as springs are subject to high loads and quite a bit of natural abuse as part of their job. Better safe than sorry!!
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