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What's Pep Boys Glovebox?

It's the electronic equivalent of that pile of oil stained receipts and disorganized mechanics' quotes in your real glovebox. It allows you to:

Keep track of all your car's information in one place
Access your vehicle's service history records in a click
Easily find the parts you need for your car's specific make and model
Get online access to your manufacturer's suggested maintenance schedule
Stay on top of recall notices for your vehicle
Receive exclusive offers sent straight to your inbox

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Alignment

Alignment

Make sure your vehicle is in line with a wheel alignment from Pep Boys. If your vehicle feels unstable, a proper wheel alignment can improve driver safety, create a smoother ride and increase fuel efficiency.

Wheel Alignment and Out-of-Balance
Warning Signs

Your vehicle pulls to right or left when driving
Your steering wheel is not straight while driving on
a level road
There is vibration in the steering wheel or through
your seat*

Wheel Alignment and Out-of-Balance
Warning Signs

Your vehicle pulls to right or left when driving
Your steering wheel is not straight while driving on
a level road
There is vibration in the steering wheel or through
your seat*
Your tires are wearing unevenly or squeal on turns
Your steering feels unstable

* An out-of-balance tire and wheel will typically create a vibration or shake that becomes progressively worse as the vehicle's speed increases. The speed at which the vibration first becomes apparent will vary depending on the size and weight of the tires and wheels, the size and weight of the vehicle, the sensitivity of the steering and suspension, and the amount of imbalance. The vibration or shake usually starts in at 40 to 50 mph and increases in intensity as the speed increases.

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Causes & Solutions

Restores your vehicle's alignment to as close to factory specifications as mechanically possible (for most vehicles). Our alignment specialists completely inspect steering and suspension systems, take computer measurements and make necessary factory adjustments to restore alignment specifications as allowed. Recommended

With new tires
After a collision, accident, or hitting a large pothole
When replacing suspension or steering parts

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Feathering

Causes

Improper alignment (Toe Angle)
Worn or damaged steering and/or suspension parts
Hard cornering

Solution

Check/correct alignment
Check/replace steering and/or suspension parts
Based on tread depth, rotate or replace tire

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One Edge

Causes

Improper alignment (Camber)
Worn or damaged steering and/or suspension parts

Solution

Check/correct alignment
Check/replace steering and/or suspension parts

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Cupping

Causes

Worn or damaged steering and/or suspension parts
Improper balancing

Solution

Check/replace steering and/or suspension parts
Check/correct balance
Based on tread depth, rotate or replace tire

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Two Edges

Causes

Improper alignment (Camber)
Worn or damaged steering and/or suspension parts

Solution

Check/correct alignment
Check/replace steering and/or suspension parts

Tire Rotation

Recommended Service Interval*:

Every 6 months / 6,000 Miles

This refers to the regular practice of switching the position of each tire on the car. Rotating tires can be beneficial for a number of reasons. It can:

Preserve balanced handling & traction of the tires
Even out tire wear
Ensure you get the maximum value for your tire investment

Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS)

Many cars today are equipped with TPMS. If you've seen this indicator on your dashboard, it means your tire pressure may be off. Pep Boys can check it, fix any problems and even reset your system.

Wheel Balancing

Balancing provides a smoother ride by minimizing tire bounce. This helps improve traction, steering control and extends the life of the tires. An out-of-balance tire and wheel will typically create a vibration or shake that become progressively worse as the vehicle's speed increases. The speed at which the vibration first becomes apparent will vary depending on the size and weight of the tires and wheels, the size and weight of the vehicle, the sensitivity of the steering and suspension, and the amount of imbalance. The vibration or shake usually starts in at 40 to 50 mph and increases in intensity as the speed increases.

*"Recommended service intervals" reflect Pep Boys' recommendations.
Always refer to the owner's manual for your vehicle's scheduled maintenance requirements.