Wheel Alignment

As the only point of contact with the road, the alignment of your tires ensures optimal performance and safety for all drives. Here at Kia of Riverdale, our service team provides routine wheel alignment services. 

To bring you more peace of mind, we also detail the warning signs and intervals in which you should receive a 2-wheel or 4-wheel alignment for your Kia sedan or SUV. Learn more about our offered routine maintenance service. 

Warning Signs My Kia Needs a Wheel Alignment

When your wheels are misaligned, it may cause discomfort and affect overall performance on the roads. This becomes especially dangerous when traveling farther distances. The warning signs that may become apparent when your Kia becomes misaligned include:

• Off-Center Steering Wheel – If you notice that the wheel is off-center by more than 2-3 degrees in either direction, then your car is likely due for an alignment.
• Uneven Tire Wear – Uneven tires cause your tires to have a shorter lifespan or blow out. 
• Vibration in Steering Wheel – It may start as solely your steering wheel vibrating, but as you continue to drive, your whole vehicle may vibrate.
• Vehicle Pulls to One Side – If your whole car pulls in one direction, you have misaligned tires. You can also check your steering if the emblem is off-center or titled to a certain degree when it should be straight. 

It is important to note the symptoms of unaligned wheels are similar to a need for tire rotation and wheel balancing. Our experienced Kia technicians can inspect and determine the issue with your vehicle’s tires.

How Often Do I Need a Wheel Alignment?

We recommend scheduling a wheel alignment for your Kia vehicle once every two or three years. A wheel alignment is also recommended after the installation of new tires. 

The benefits of receiving a wheel alignment service include:

• Improvement of overall handling and control
• Maximized fuel economy
• Increase tire lifespan
• Reduction of future repair costs.

Your vehicle’s alignment can become misaligned due to regular wear-and-tear, driving on rough, bumpy roads or off-terrain, or getting into a minor accident involving a pothole, curb, or another vehicle. Following your Kia owner manual will also provide helpful service interval tips for your vehicle’s alignment.

Schedule Wheel Alignment in Riverdale

When your Kia sedan or SUV requires a wheel alignment service, schedule an appointment online with our certified service center. 

If you have any questions or like more information about our Kia routine maintenance services, please feel free to contact us, and we will be more than happy to help!