What is a Coil Spring Failure?

What is a Coil Spring Failure?

Over time, springs may face wear, breakage, and deformation, which can cause the coil spring to lose its function. We can define these situations as a coil spring failure. Coil spring failure can significantly affect driving comfort and also bring various problems to the vehicle. So why does this failure occur?
 

What is a Coil Spring Failure?

Causes of Coil Spring Failure:

Causes of Coil Spring Failure:

- Carrying loads that exceed vehicle capacity can damage coil springs and lead to malfunctions. - It is also observed that springs wear out and lose their function over time due to continuous use. - Constant travel on rough, uneven roads may cause the springs to wear out faster, leading to failure. - In winter conditions, as a result of roads being salted due to snowy and icy weather, the coil springs of vehicles may rust and weaken.

Causes of Helical Spring Failure:

Helical Spring Malfunction Symptoms

Helical Spring Malfunction Symptoms

The symptoms we´ll list below may indicate a coil spring malfunction.
  • Low Vehicle Height: If one side of the vehicle is lower compared to the other, it could be a sign of a coil spring issue.
  • Rough Ride: Feeling excessive vibrations during a journey might indicate a loss of function in the coil spring.
  • Hearing Squeaking and Rattling Noises: Hearing strange noises while the vehicle is in motion may suggest that the springs are broken or deformed.
  • Driving Instability: The vehicle swaying unpredictably in turns or on uneven roads is also among the signs of coil spring malfunction.
 

Symptoms of Helical Spring Failure

Helical Spring Repair

Helical Spring Repair

When a coil spring failure is detected, replacement is generally required instead of repair. As the first step in the repair process, the vehicle must be inspected by a professional technician. Diagnosing the failure correctly is crucial for the repair process. After the diagnosis, an appropriate, original coil spring is procured for the vehicle. The old springs are carefully removed and replaced with the new ones. During this process, it is also important to check other components in the suspension system. After the replacement, the vehicle is checked with a test drive to ensure that the springs are correctly installed and that the suspension system is functioning properly. If the symptoms of a coil spring failure, which can lead to many negative situations regarding driving comfort and safety, are noticed early, necessary precautions can be taken to prevent serious problems. In our service, our expert technicians thoroughly inspect your vehicle´s suspension system and perform the necessary repairs. You can trust us for the detection and repair of coil spring failures and all other malfunctions.

Helicoil Spring Fault Repair