A comfortable ride can make a whole lot of difference in one’s driving experience. This is why many high-end vehicle models have some of the most sophisticated designs to ensure that their drivers have the most comfortable drives possible. The suspension system plays a huge role in ensuring the comfort of the cabin in the Mercedes. The Mercedes manufacturer takes pride in producing one of the most elite models in the market in terms of comfort. The suspension system that makes this possible is made up of the wheels, linkages, struts, springs, and shock absorbers.
The suspension system is responsible for creating and amplifying the friction between the tires and the road surface on the road. The suspension system makes the process of taking corners and overall handling of the road as smooth as possible. This in turn makes it possible to steer the car properly while ensuring that any shock that is experienced by the car when it hits rough road surfaces is not felt in the cabin of the car, or is at least reduced to a more bearable level.
Unfortunately, in as much as the engineering in the Mercedes is of superior standard in that it is automated, their cars still develop certain problems along the way. It is therefore not unusual that many Mercedes drivers have heard strange noises coming from the suspension of their cars.
Whenever the car develops suspension noises, you are likely to hear squeaks and clanking in the suspension system that become more and more pronounced when the cars goes over bumps and potholes.
Common Causes of Suspension Noises
The noises in the suspension system of a Mercedes normally point to loosening of the components that form part of the system. The particular parts that when loose produce noises in the suspension system include the struts or bushings. These parts become loose as a result of constant movement, which causes them to wear down faster due to friction. In addition, old worn out bushings in the tires can also cause noises to be produced, especially when the car hits uneven ground.
The shocks that come with driving on rough roads will also contribute to the shortening of the lives of the struts and shocks. This is because of the strain that is exerted on these parts as the shock gets absorbed into the chassis of the car. This extra strain contributes to the faster wearing of these parts and then follows the noises from worn out parts.
Possible Solutions for Suspension Noises
As soon as you hear any unusual noises coming from the suspension of your car, you should immediately consider taking it to a professional Mercedes repair shop. This is because the noises could be coming from any of the different components that make up the suspension system. Arriving at the correct diagnosis for the cause of the noise is the first step towards getting the suspension working correctly again.
Bearing in mind that the suspension system in the Mercedes is automated, these suspension noises may be accompanied by several other symptoms. These other symptoms include difficulty in turning the steering wheel, increased vibrations in the cabin of the car, lowering of the car level especially on one side, and well as difficulty navigating corners that may cause the wheels to pull to one side while driving.
Other than causing discomfort to the passengers in the cabin, hearing noises in the suspension of your Benz should alert you to have your car looked at by a trained mechanic. This is because the noises could be part of a larger problem that can make your car difficult to drive, particularly if you take into account the other signs that accompany suspension problems.
