Inspection Lane for Brakes, Alignment and Sideslip

A high-tech Inspection Lane System by Hunter Engineering Company has been added to South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge service center.

South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge Service Technician Lance Young conducts brake, alignment and sideslip testing on a vehicle using computerized Hunter Inspection Lane equipment.

South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge service center provides exemplary service to all makes and models of vehicles, and the latest tool in their arsenal is a high-tech Inspection Lane System by Hunter Engineering Company. The Hunter computerized brake and alignment testing equipment is much faster than a visual inspection and points out problems that cannot be visually identified. As your vehicle is driven over a set of measuring plates, vehicle components are tested just as they perform on the road. The total test takes about a minute, and clients receive a copy of the easy-to-understand results, which note that brake and alignment are either okay or in need of attention.

While checking alignment, the Hunter equipment checks for sideslip. Sideslip is an indicator of how fast tires wear and measures how straight each wheel is traveling down the road. If the tire is oriented incorrectly, it pushes sideways while the vehicle is underway. The more the tire pushes sideways, the faster it wears.  

Tires can be expensive. The South Pointe service team provides their customers this simple preventive maintenance procedure that can extend the life of your vehicle’s tires.

Excessive sideslip is generally corrected by an alignment. However, there are times when damaged or worn parts must be repaired or replaced, and defects in tires can also be noted. Either way, correcting the sideslip problem results in longer tire life. Tire scrubbing produces sideslip and adversely affects fuel economy. As your vehicle is driven over the measuring plates, the more the plate is pushed sideways by the tire, the more sideslip your vehicle is experiencing. You will receive test results for both axles of your vehicle indicating either “pass” or “fail.” If your car fails the test, South Pointe will ask that you allow them to take a closer look at the problem and make a recommendation to correct the problem. Of course, you will be advised of the cost prior to their making any repairs on your vehicle.

We all know that brakes are a vitally important safety component of our vehicles. But, do you always know when something is wrong with your brakes? According to South Pointe service personnel, normal driving does not stress the brake system enough for problems to always be detected. Some brake problems will only exhibit themselves during a panic stop – and that might be too late. The Hunter equipment also checks brakes.  

Because South Pointe knows brakes are so important, they test them every time a customer visits the service center. The Inspection Lane checks your brakes simulating real road conditions. The wheels are not removed or disassembled. The brakes are applied as they would be on the road, and the computerized tester does the rest. Every single component of your brakes is dynamically tested – every spring, hose, cylinder and bolt that comprises the brake system is activated. A failure of any part will show up in the brake results and clearly indicates if there is a problem. A technician will then determine what needs to be done to correct the problem.  Service Technician Lance Young says, “It’s good to remember that balanced brakes stop you faster under all weather conditions, and this simple test will enable the South Pointe service team to optimize stopping distances for you.”

Each and every time you take your vehicle in for service at South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge, your vehicle receives South Pointe’s standard Vehicle Checkup including the new Hunter computerized brake and alignment testing. And it’s all offered free. Make sure your automobile is safe year-round by periodically visiting South Pointe’s service center.

For more information, contact

South Pointe Chrysler Jeep Dodge

www.southpointecjd.com

About Author Duane Blankenship

Blankenship graduated from the University of Oklahoma and has enjoyed a lifetime career in advertising. He started his own advertising business in 1993 and enjoys creating graphic art and writing. Hobbies include hunting, fishing and pencil drawings. Duane and his wife, Janice, have been married over 50 years and are active in their church and community. He has been a contributing writer for Value News/Values Magazine since 2005.