Do you know when it's time to get a wheel alignment? Check out tips straight from our Clermont auto service professionals.

1. Is it time to schedule a wheel
alignment at our Clermont Toyota
Service Center?
Are you due for a wheel alignment? In fact, do you even know what a wheel
alignment is and why it’s so important? Toyota of Clermont is here to help. Not
only do we offer this essential auto service at a great price, we also have
knowledgeable service technicians here to give you the ins and outs of it AND
give you four warning signs that it might be time to schedule an appointment.
What is a wheel alignment?
You have to understand what a wheel alignment is before you can realize how
important it is to your car’s wellbeing. Basically, this is when our Clermont auto
service techs take your car’s wheels and axles and line them up so they’re all
moving in the same direction and are “squared up”. They’ll also check your
steering wheel to ensure that it’s centered correctly, and they may adjust your
car’s suspension to ensure that it’s properly aligned with the wheels and axles.
Why is it important? Well, when everything is properly aligned your tires wear
evenly (and don’t wear out as quickly). Not only that, a proper wheel alignment

2. can save you from damage to your car’s suspension and axles. And you don’t
have to do it that often – typically, every two to three years will suffice unless you
get into an accident or you get new tires. New tires have to be properly aligned
with the rest of the components in your vehicle.
4 signs you need to schedule this important auto service
appointment
However, you may need to schedule this Clermont Toyota service sooner rather
than later. Even hitting a curb can knock things out of alignment, resulting in
problems for your car. Here are four signs you may need to schedule a wheel
alignment at our Toyota service center.
1) Your car pulls to one side or the other.
Does your car pull to one side or the other when it should be traveling in a
straight line? Does it drift to the left or right when you let go of the steering
wheel? Both signs indicate that you’re due for some car care – things are
definitely out of alignment.
2) Your steering wheel is vibrating.
Your steering wheel should never shake or vibrate unless you’re taking on some
seriously tough off-road terrain. If you notice it doing it while you’re on the
pavement, it’s time to let our Clermont auto care techs take a look.

3. 3) Your tires are making squealing noises.
If your tires are squealing when you’re out on the road, you’re likely looking at a
car care appointment. Being misaligned and traveling unevenly can cause these
strange noises.
4) Your tires are wearing unevenly.
Your tires should always wear evenly, especially if you get routine tire rotations. If
you notice them wearing unevenly, it’s time to bring your car in – uneven wear
means you have to replace them more frequently.
Think you need a wheel alignment? Call Toyota of Clermont today! We’re open
seven days a week at (352) 404-7000.