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Suspension Service
A bumpy road shouldn't ruin your drive.
Suspension service is the best way to get back that smooth, quiet feeling and make sure your car handles perfectly on every turn.
Totally responsive and easy to work with. First time interaction was like dealing with an old friend. I’ve found my mechanic.
Totally responsive and easy to work with. First time interaction was like dealing with an old friend. I’ve found my mechanic.
Suspension Services
Why Choose Art of Maintenance for Suspension Service
We treat suspension work as a precision craft rather than a simple parts swap. Before we turn a single wrench, our technicians perform a detailed evaluation to ensure that a suspension service is the right move for your car’s specific needs. We look at the harmony between your shocks, struts, and steering links to make sure our solution provides a lasting fix, not just a temporary cushion. We believe that your car’s frame should work as a unified system, so we carefully inspect every bushing and connector to prevent old vibrations from ruining new parts. This approach ensures that your investment results in a ride that feels balanced and brand new.
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How to Tell Your Car Needs an Inspection
It isn’t always obvious when your vehicle’s support system is wearing out, but your car will usually give you a few hints. If you start to notice any of these issues, it might be time to bring it in for a suspension service:
The car feels like it is pulling to one side even on flat roads
A car can feel like it’s pulling to one side on flat roads due to issues such as uneven tire pressure, misaligned wheels, worn suspension components, or a dragging brake on one side.
The car keeps bouncing long after you hit a bump
A car keeps bouncing long after hitting a bump because of worn or failed shock absorbers or struts, which can no longer properly dampen the spring’s motion and stabilize the vehicle.
You notice the vehicle "nose-diving" forward when you hit the brakes
A vehicle “nose-dives” forward when braking because worn shocks or struts, soft or sagging front springs, or uneven brake force allow excessive weight transfer to the front suspension.
You hear a loud clunking or knocking sound when turning
A loud clunking or knocking sound when turning can be caused by worn or damaged components such as CV joints, tie rod ends, ball joints, or loose suspension parts that shift under load.
Your tires are wearing down unevenly or appearing "cupped"
Tires wear unevenly or develop a “cupped” pattern due to worn shocks or struts, improper wheel alignment, unbalanced tires, or inconsistent tire pressure that causes irregular contact with the road surface.
The steering wheel feels loose or shakes while you drive
A steering wheel that feels loose or shakes while driving can be caused by unbalanced or misaligned wheels, worn tie rods or steering components, loose suspension parts, or uneven tire wear.
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Reliable Care in Portland, Oregon
Living in Portland, Oregon, means driving through a lot of rain and dealing with rough roads, and we know exactly how the local weather can wear down your vehicle’s parts. Our suspension service is designed to keep your car tough and reliable, no matter what the local roads look like. If your ride feels loose or uncomfortable, visit Art of Maintenance, located in Portland to get it fixed.
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Art of Maintenance is the best! this place is convenient, friendly, and down right reasonable for me. This review is a bit late, but I visited in the summer of 2018. I got recommended to visit after my tire flattened with a nail and my cigarette lighter blew out. The crew squeezed my car in and immediately worked on it (I should mention it wasn’t too busy). I got my car back after a couple of hours with a perfect patched tire and fixed burned out fuse. Amazing! They were quick, responsive, and again FRIENDLY. I unfortunately forgot the gentlemen who helped me at the front counter. You guys rock! I am hoping to come check my car in sometime, but just wanted to show my appreciation for the help!
– UPDATE**CHECKED MY CAR**
Got my car checked a few months later and customer service is great but they are like other places where they check for everything (which could be good) and try to get you to spend a lot of money to change parts and even major vehicle components. Basically went there for a checkup and emphasized I wanted an oil change. Ended up spending $100 with a list of things wrong and how I will need to spend thousands to fix my car. The part that got me down was the fact I didn’t get an oil change lol IF ONLY THERE WAS A SHOP THAT WAS ABLE TO BALANCE BETWEEN THINGS YOU “SHOULD” and “HAVE” TO GET. But hey it’s a business so you gotta be like that sometimes. I might go back if my car ever needs those changes. Again they are nice people tho!
Clean fast shop with a nifty SMS-based order and invoice system that lets you check which services you do or don’t want and authorize them without a phone call. Was able to book a morning appointment in 3 biz days and get my oil change/AC recharge done in 2 hours, car purred like a happy kitten with a tuna treat afterwards.
Dropped vehicle off one day. Came back by to get an estimate about when it would be finished, and it had already been completed.
I took my car in and got a oil change, Kevin was very nice . Their technician Ashton even washed my windows . I will definitely be bringing it back for all my maintenance and repairs
Bought a used car with a long service history at this shop, so I gave them a try.
I’ve read some reviews here, and yes, these folks are busy. The three times I’ve been in (oil changes, routine maintenance) they’ve been honest, fair, and seemingly a little hurried.
Most recently after a serpentine belt replacement, I could tell it needed adjusting as it was making some noise (not a good sign). Man on phone tried to push me to the following week, but I pushed back. He heard me and got me in that day. It was a quick fix, they did it with a smile and of course, no charge.
I trust their mechanics and their service managers. Clean waiting area with wifi, restroom, tv and free cans of soda.
I had a great experience getting my Honda Fit 30,000 mile service and new tires. Communication was quick and clear, staff were friendly, and I felt the cost was reasonable. Thanks for making this normally stressful process very easy!
The best shop in town !!! They take great care of my truck and my wife’s car !! Kevin is always amazing to work with
We have used Art of Maintenance for many years with our older cars. They do quick and accurate repairs and service on our vehicles and are help at understanding how to prioritize what work needs to happen when you are on a budget.
Kevin and his crew quickly got to the bottom of my non functioning front signals on our Jeep Wrangler. They had to order the part and will install as soon as it is in. Also easy to work remote while using their nice lounge.
Took my Ford in to have it serviced ,they got me in and out .even vacuumed the truck out and the guys a the counter where very noligable and friendly. Great place will be telling all my friends and family
The Art of Maintenance team got our old pickup back on the road after someone destroyed the ignition trying to steal it. They also did an oil change, tuneup and took care of some deferred maintenance issues. Great communication during the diagnostic stage, did what they said they would do and had all the work done in a timely fashion. Highly recommend.
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