1986 Sable Mercury Steering & Suspension Services

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Turn to Firestone Complete Auto Care at the first sign of steering or suspension problems with your 1986 Mercury Sable. From shocks to ball joints, your Mercury will be in good hands. Schedule an appointment today.

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Is It Time For 1986 Mercury Sable Suspension Service?

During the first few years you had your 1986 Mercury Sable, you probably enjoyed a smooth and steady ride. Lately, though, your ride’s been feeling a little bumpy. Perhaps your Sable feels bouncy, drifts to one side, or makes noise whenever you turn or drive over a speed bump. The first sign of problems is a good time to bring your 1986 Mercury Sable in for steering and suspension repairs. We can pinpoint the source of the trouble.

The technicians at Firestone Complete Auto Care will start with a suspension inspection to diagnose your vehicle. We’ll take a look at the front and rear end suspension, shock dampeners, coil springs, CV joints and axles, bushings, struts, chassis components, wheel bearings, and power steering system parts. We'll get to the root of the problem and, if your car needs steering and suspension repairs, we’ll go over the services you need and how much they will cost before we do any work. If your Mercury Sable’s suspension or steering system components need to be replaced due to wear and tear, we may also recommend a wheel alignment since replacing steering and suspension parts can change existing wheel angles and ride height.

Mercury Sable Suspension Shocks or Strut Replacement

Struts and shocks are a vital part of your 1986 Mercury Sable’s suspension. They contribute to your car’s handling, keeping it from bottoming out when the road gets bumpy. While the struts support the structure of the suspension, the shocks keep the car from bouncing too much. These components work together to limit vibration and keep your Mercury up off the ground. But there’s no set schedule for getting your 1986 Mercury Sable’s shocks and struts replaced since many factors can impact the wear rate and severity. A bouncy ride, swaying from side to side, or rocking back and forth could all be indicators of worn Mercury Sable shocks and struts. One of your best bets is to have your 1986 Mercury Sable suspension shocks and struts routinely inspected by an ASE-certified technician. Schedule an appointment online and visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care.

1986 Sable Steering & Suspension Questions

  • Does treadwear and tire pressure impact my Sable's steering and suspension? Keeping your tires properly inflated can help reduce strain on the suspension, and also let you know when it's time to replace your tires. Uneven tire wear is one sign of steering and suspension system problems, but it can also contribute to more.
  • Why bother with routine wheel alignments and tire rotations for my Mercury Sable? Rotations and alignments involve minor tweaks that have a major impact. Both services help ensure that the right amount of pressure is being applied to all tires and that your tires come into contact with the road as they should.
  • When should I have my Mercury Sable power steering fluid checked? Get your power steering fluid check out when you get an oil change or every couple of months. If your Sable is low on power steering fluid, we’ll follow Mercury service specifications when topping it off to help your suspension perform optimally.
  • What can cause my Mercury Sable to have a bouncy ride? If your shocks or struts are in bad shape, they can’t dampen road bumps like they should. This can cause your Sable to bounce more than usual.
  • Why does my Sable tilt forward when I hit the brakes? As you brake, the forward momentum of your Sable combined with its weight sends a ton of force to its front end. A damaged or worn suspension system can cause the front end to compress and dip even further.
  • How can I tell if the shocks on my Mercury Sable are bad? If your Sable shock absorbers are worn out, they won’t be able to properly dampen road bumps. You might experience a bouncy or unstable ride, especially over bumps or rough roads. Your Sable might also feel like it sways or rolls as you turn.
  • Who repairs Sable suspension systems? When you need your Sable suspension system serviced, head to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. We inspect, maintain, and repair Sable suspensions. Schedule your appointment today!