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.
Tire 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*
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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.
Tire 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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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

Tire Rotation

Recommended Service Interval*:
Every 6 months / 7,500 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.
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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
*"Recommended service intervals" reflect Pep Boys' recommendations.
  Always refer to the owner's manual for your vehicle's scheduled maintenance requirements.