How to check out your own car's suspension system

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10 жыл бұрын

How to check out your own car's suspension system. How To Find Suspension Noises. Learn how to check your suspension for worn ball joints, worn sway bar end links, worn bushings, and worn tie rods. I go through all the steps to check each part so you know if you need to replace suspension parts. This will help keep your vehicle safe when it is on the road.
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@mikel4879 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Fix : "As you can see my suspension is in pretty bad shape. I'm not gonna repair anything now but it is good to know." 😂🤣😂

@SeanLaMontagne 3 жыл бұрын

Tru

@kranyat2024 3 жыл бұрын

Lollll

@zhigaowang9570 2 жыл бұрын

@@SeanLaMontagne True not tru

@andy86i 2 жыл бұрын

The olden days of Chris Fix when he had no money/ sponsors

@ShodanLogan Жыл бұрын

@@andy86i or gloves.

@WazZappening 6 жыл бұрын

Chris Fix 2013 "Hey guys it's Chris Fix here *sigh* Chris Fix 2018 "HEY GUYS CHRIS FIX HERE! lol

@playwin2175 5 жыл бұрын

El Torito where is the excitement right! Lol

@donte9730 5 жыл бұрын

I noticed also. Remember that one when he upgraded from #1 to #2

@metalheadblues 5 жыл бұрын

Later on he started getting that add revenue

@TheBynirn 5 жыл бұрын

I kind of like the old ChrisFix, nowadays I feel he is too energetic.

@Bison162 4 жыл бұрын

2019 ChrisFix gets paid better than 2013 ChrisFix.

@Sea-rx3bh 6 жыл бұрын

Car maintenance is everything. I thought the engine is the most critical part of the car. However, the suspension needs to be taken care as well since it carries the load and overtime, you need to carry necessary maintenance. Having said that, I am extremely grateful to Chrisfix for providing a comprehensive car maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting. I started watching your channel after my father's car overheats in the middle of the road. I was 15 years old back then and I found out my father did not went to change the oil until 60000km.

@residentevil2928 5 жыл бұрын

Sea 2121 I guess he "did not went" to!

@mrgrinch4302 5 жыл бұрын

@@residentevil2928 nice passive aggressive statement

@ApartmentKing66 5 жыл бұрын

@@coreygillet That clanking sounds like your CV joint.

@Mygfisawesone 4 жыл бұрын

Sea 2121 i once saw this poor jaguar c-Type where the suspension was not taken care of at all. One full side of the suspension was completely shot. It looked like a drift car. The other side looked fine but I couldn’t help but feel bad for the guy who had to drive that car

@timothyokwii7235 3 жыл бұрын

What! 60k is a damn long ride on the same oil

@suburbanhavoc4997 9 жыл бұрын

This video was literally more helpful than the steering and suspension class I took in college.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

+Suburban Havoc Awesome! That is what I like to hear!

@MrAppalachia Ай бұрын

ChrisFix was the man 10 years ago and hes still the man today. You the man!

@aliennotion2876 4 жыл бұрын

Chris, you're sending me to the poor-house fixing stuff I didn't even know I had.

@steelonius 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@johnshue8082 Ай бұрын

love these straightforward tutorials. you deserve 10M+ subscribers

@DevJB 4 күн бұрын

Wash yur' undies. He didn't even perform the inspection correctly. :\

@johnshue8082 4 күн бұрын

@DevJB my undies were already dirty. That's what brought me here 😂

@DevJB 4 күн бұрын

@@johnshue8082 lol

@Mr_Valentin. 4 жыл бұрын

I can feel the dirt dropping into my eyes

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

lol

@marshallSmithBurner 3 жыл бұрын

😂

@RebelLyfeBoxing80 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@Blondie77 2 жыл бұрын

That ain’t dirt that rust 😂

@bgarrison9923 7 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you doing all of your videos so that us average people can actually understand and learn....YOU ROCK!!!! Thank you for all that you do for us!!!

@thedudeabides3294 8 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, as always! I personally find just looking at the assembly with names of parts is hugely helpful in making sense of suspension from scratch.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+The Dude I'm glad the video was helpful!

@jenniferainsworth6706 4 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix first off is like to say thank you for taking the time to make these videos for people like me who can’t afford all the expensive hourly shop rates. My question is I have a 1992 GMC Sierra k1500 with a 6 inch lift. I recently purchased it and was going to try and replace some of the suspension components but I’m not sure if I need ome parts or if due to the lift I will need to order parts designed for vehicles with lift kits?

@frenchmoxie 2 жыл бұрын

As a lady who knows jack shit about vehicles, I’m irate because of so many shitty cockroach mechanics and shops that SAY they fix the issue(s), and things seem improved the first week or so, then all hell breaks loose and the problem is WORSE than before I took the car in. That really makes me wake up ready to implode. Why is it such a common thing to have such a high amount of crappy mechanics and auto shops?!? But damn if I’m not digressing. Whew I got carried away. I’m at a point in life where i want to learn to fix things myself. I want to be an INDEPENDENT WOMAN. Kisses to Beyoncé 😂😝🎤🎹🔥🙌 Thank you Chris I just found your videos today.

@paulodefrancisca9210 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Chris! I really appreciate your channel. I'm a person who had no interest in cars before, but watching your videos makes me really eager for summer to come and do these kinds of inspections and fixings on my car. Thanks again and keep it up! You'll probably hear some questions from me in a few months lol

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Paulo De Francisca Awesome! That is what I like to hear! I am glad you like the videos and feel free to ask any questions!

@the.internet 5 жыл бұрын

I think I'm getting out of my depth after learning so much on KZfaq regarding fixing my car... I noticed I have a perished boot and a knocking sound over bumps in the road - way outta my realm of knowledge, I barely know how the suspension on a car works. Then BAM, I pick up my phone and "HEY GUYS!" I'm doing my first brake job tomorrow on my car following your video (feel very confident) and while I'm there I'm going to reference this video to see what's going on in there, and maybe identify problems. Then down another rabbit hole I'll go. Chris, your videos are some of the best, simplest, easiest to follow to ever hit the internet. We owe you copious drinks for everything you've taught us.

@megdavidson2909 5 жыл бұрын

What a difference between your old and new videos. You have certainly grown. Thanks Chris.

@7351michoacano 8 жыл бұрын

great video, this video helped me out a whole lot, thanks a lot for making and uploading videos like this one man, we really appreciate it, thanks a lot!

@jonathanstanley1977 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video Chris, I have a 1992 Lexus and I’ve bought a good amount of suspensions parts already but haven’t found the culprit. This definitely educates me before I make my next purchase.

@nobody.no-one 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Christ, thank you for all your time and efforts on guiding your viewers completely on DIY whole vehicle on repairing, replacing, upgrading it as its really helpful and made us more confident and braver to do the DIY methods as its really enyoyable and cheaper in term of labour charge and self do perfection and satisfaction. Thanks always to you, from me who always waiting for your new uploads.

@chrisfix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@jawojnicki 9 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal video. I searched through ten or more suspension videos that SUCKED before I stumbled upon yours. Thanks so much. Keep it up. You give ETCG a run for his money.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

jawojnicki Thanks! I am glad the video was helpful! I am sure you will like my other videos if you liked this one! New videos every Thursday and most Mondays!

@jawojnicki 9 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix looking forward to them!

@gingerwallets8000 3 жыл бұрын

That's what I'm saying! I need to change my struts, but couldn't find anything online besides this about any other things I should check while changing out my struts. Now I know exactly what to look for, but I wish he went into how to check the struts themselves because they usually leak when they go bad and I didn't notice him mentioning that.

@patriotswillsurvive1893 6 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix, you are the man! Thanks for all of your fantastic videos!

@sandrachavez7529 2 жыл бұрын

I came across this video from a Google search. I was surprised this was a Chris Fix video because of the lack of energy, lol. I was curious to see the date on the video (2013). Chris, I really enjoy your videos (especially your recent ones)! Thanks for all your help!

@spruillgirl1458 4 жыл бұрын

I’m from a family of male mechanics! You know your stuff and present very well! Thank you!

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@healersambath 9 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your skill and video+ audio work also.

@mannys18s 9 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Take a suspension class and this really clear things up! Thanks Chris!

@speedyandalex 10 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, just wanted to thank you for the awesome video's. Even for a Sheila, I am figuring it out ! The multifunctional control switch just went on my PT. So great, you will be walking me through it. Thanks again.

@victorerazo8605 7 жыл бұрын

You used to have no soul when you talked. But now you put so much heart into it! I love it!

@mrmiked6577 7 жыл бұрын

Are you his mom? #ShitPussiesSay

@DiogenesNephew 2 жыл бұрын

@@mrmiked6577 Hopefully you're not still this insecure after four years.

@nancydann6338 2 жыл бұрын

Talk about ASSumption.

@tomcurry480 6 жыл бұрын

Your videos are a tremendous help understanding what I am about to do to my car.

@ahmedalij1988 5 жыл бұрын

many thanks for uploading this highly informative video which clarified many aspects of car steering and suspension.

@John6th 8 жыл бұрын

thanks dude u r doing a great job keep it up

@ericwaltrip6184 4 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I wanted to know I’m glad the straight pipes had me add you!

@Angel.Loredo 7 жыл бұрын

Dude, your channel is awesome! Thanks for all the knowledge you have shared with all of us that don't have a clue about cars! Keep it up man. It might be a good idea to update some of your videos if YOU think its necessary! :D

@hartmarthajim 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Chris, for another informative lesson.

@RealHankShill 8 жыл бұрын

Dude, love your channel, always love your videos

@roniloesgana6692 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers for the video content! Sorry for butting in, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you thought about - Saankramer Vehicle Statement System (Sure I saw it on Google)? It is a good exclusive guide for discovering how to get a vehicle history report without the normal expense. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my mate finally got astronomical results with it.

@FW-jq1ox 7 ай бұрын

This was a great introductory video for folks like me that know other systems but have near zero experience with replacing suspension components.

@2fpskid__869 3 жыл бұрын

Chrisfix before gloves

@marcjones744 2 ай бұрын

And before , "hey guys"

@maychieus 2 жыл бұрын

Chris always has a great videos and a good instructor

@grifgriffin6738 3 жыл бұрын

Chris is the shyt!!! Thanks for your dedication!

@mEsSINwiTDaHoOK 3 ай бұрын

Great vid! I don't normally comment but right to the point, great camera focus, and perfect explanations in 5 minutes. Keep in it up, thank you.

@taze27 6 жыл бұрын

This video explains alot about suspension. I'm in the process of diagnosing whats wrong with my car. Theres alot of rattling when I go over little to medium sized bumps. I will look at everything explained here, thanks Chris!

@kenny893 6 жыл бұрын

I'm having the same problem, did you figure out what was causing it?

@taze27 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, I bought some Monroe struts and installed them. Fixed the rattling and it drives smooth now!

@miguelcruz7404 10 ай бұрын

Chris fix is a hero

@chrisfix 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@tommyle4343 9 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. They are really helpful. So, I can replace all brake pads and rotors. Now this week i will check and replace my bearing wheel front. I saved so much money and i can enjoy to know my car better. Thanks you.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Tommy Le Awesome! Glad the videos have been helpful!

@refr1983 6 жыл бұрын

Always find useful videos in this channel. Keep it up. Thumbs up.

@ala8649 4 жыл бұрын

Hey chris fix, love your video’s so much info is being shared which is very valuable info ! Quick request if you may could you do a video on cars frame damage ? And everything about it how to know if a car is drivable or not after an accident? Much appreciated thanks!

@dannyspitzer1267 Жыл бұрын

Best video I've seen on the subject. Thanks, Chris.

@devildog2931 6 жыл бұрын

Great videos, very knowledgeable and,well spoken...thank you , I am now a subscriber !

@marklennox2151 3 жыл бұрын

Chris you've become my go-to guy for help on my 2000 Chevy Astro.

@usmanzaheer4691 2 жыл бұрын

Really very helpful video. Thank you Chris.

@germyname 2 ай бұрын

Video is well done! Concise and very informative.

@brigidgilhooly3492 Жыл бұрын

Very informative. I should be able to check all of them myself ....thanks 😊

@thunderhawk11 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome video guide! Terminology explained, parts etc great! Seems applicable to suspension on any type of car eg mine is ford territory but still has a control arm etc thanks dude

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+thunderhawk11 Thanks a lot! I have a ton of ford videos for replacing basically every suspension component.

@ReveredDead 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome as always. Thanks Chris.

@philliptaylor5981 6 жыл бұрын

Great videos as usual! Seemed to me there was considerable lateral play on the driver front wheel. Was there a driver's side ball joint issue at all?

@LITTLEBRAT775081 3 жыл бұрын

to anyone learning use a pry bar . not a hellishly long one but one about a foot or two and pry pretty well on spots that were mentioned to look for play . I was told a while ago that if it moves with the little amount of torque you can supply , when the tier hits the ground and the vehicles ton of weight is on that point it will definitely be moving

@edgarzakarian1649 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. even just learning what the different parts are called is already a big help.

@mado3623 4 жыл бұрын

To me this a lot to remember but hey now cuz of this video i know where the tie rod is i learned something so ill take it. Thanks for the upload

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you learned something!

@bluewater454 8 жыл бұрын

Good job. Nice video work.

@carlthetruthwilliams9447 6 ай бұрын

Very helpful vid. Well done. Thank you Chris.

@llehctim21 Жыл бұрын

Good job man. Thank you. Definitely helpful and much appreciated! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@realtalk4689 7 жыл бұрын

Your videos are spot on.

@sdimilus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Chris! That was really helpful!

@germanium1872 10 жыл бұрын

I love you your videos man they're so thorough and you explain things with great patience. I find myself not having any questions after I watched your videos.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot man! Comments like this make it all worth making these videos!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

***** Thanks a lot man! I try to do this for all of my videos! I appreciate the feedback!

@howtowithelizabeth7513 6 жыл бұрын

Going to check my car tomorrow thanks for this

@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

@rushodai929 Жыл бұрын

Great to know, I’ll be checking these out when I do my rotors.

@user-pl4op7zp5m 4 жыл бұрын

God bless U, I really start to DIY fix my car.

@josephrichardson4678 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Helped me out a lot.

@robertvazquez8706 3 жыл бұрын

Chris ty for all your great videos. Im subscribed

@SonnetGomes 9 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Thank you for posting this video.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Sonnet Gomes No problem! I am glad the video was helpful!

@michellediaz1131 Жыл бұрын

Thank your, really appreciate the video. Very informative!!

@jdickborron1 4 жыл бұрын

Great content bud. I sent this to a few family members to help out when inspecting a used truck (in the north east) do you think you can make a separate video for people inspecting a truck in southern (noncoastal cities)?

@nismo2ful 10 жыл бұрын

Nice video chris keep it up champ

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! Will do!

@lukecaswell3973 4 жыл бұрын

Chris just wanted to say I love you, everyone else loves you and god loves you soo soo soo much your the man Chris ! I take my hat off to you

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Luke!

@JayCeeMax 4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix You're alive!

@munirfeyisel1022 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for teaching us that we can fix it! Can you please post for how to check if CV axle is bad ? Thanks!

@sharmagaurav2701 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks mhen, your video is the great video out of all suspension video i have seen by now. Cheers.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

No problem! Glad you learned a lot about the suspension!

@sharmagaurav2701 10 жыл бұрын

i certainly did.. appreciate that.

@asiacarr6998 6 ай бұрын

Oh my God thank you so much for explaining all the parts of the suspension it's so helpful ❤❤❤😂😂😂😂

@aaezah 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks again! I will have to do this when I have time.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

No problem! Definitely an easy thing to do which will help keep your car safe!

@oxfd611 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris I wrote to you before and today I have another question, I also own a Mazda B3000 SE 4x4. Bought it used with a missing manual hob locker. But I noticed a couple of times that you don't have any front manual hub lockers on your Mazda. If this truck suppose to have hub lockers?

@fishsquishguy1833 7 жыл бұрын

Chris's Fix, you should show how to check a drag link style steering set up in the future. I know most vehicles use rack and pinion today but a lot of guys are confused on how to check a drag link style and even identifying parts: pitman arm vs idler arm etc. just a thought? Also, I have a 99 4x4 Ranger, it's nice to see one with a frame that isn't rotted to hell. Jim

@bwillb Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very informative.

@UnpopularGameGuy 6 ай бұрын

Dude this was so helpful and easy to understand

@kjr06e 3 жыл бұрын

Love this guys videos

@1623ALBERTO 7 жыл бұрын

Love your videos!!!!

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alberto!

@ragetotheend 5 жыл бұрын

I love you man. Great videos

@bokneeza 9 жыл бұрын

Awesome dude 👍 I'll be checking my suspension this weekend. Now that I know what to look for! You're Fuckin awesome!

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Ceasar Rodriguez Great! Glad the video was helpful! Let me now what you find!

@davidhenriquez9562 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix i have a question chris my honda civic 2012 is having a very serious problems.swerving on the high way and really feels like im going to lose control of the car.what can be wrong?i notice that on certain roads the car slides.funny thing is when it's pouring rain heavy the car drives perfectly fine and doesnt hydroplane.only hydro planes on dry roads.weird symptoms.i had a 3 month warranty at fire stone and tires are brand new.any feed back will help out extremely.

@donnymelanson 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos Chris, you u really know your stuff.

@HellcatFTW 7 жыл бұрын

delete system32 it should fix it

@Ghostacc956 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Definitely learned a lot i didn’t know

@anthonykirbydazo2344 5 жыл бұрын

tnx chris , yu are a great help,

@erickib 6 жыл бұрын

Great instructions, tks.

@brandonroberson1393 5 жыл бұрын

on your 3-9 o clock test there was deffinitely some play.

@jakebusch1638 4 жыл бұрын

I saw that too lmao

@Mooseman327 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, but it wasn't much.

@ciastek2267 4 жыл бұрын

It was front tire it is steerable xD you know with a steering wheel

@BaxterRoss 4 жыл бұрын

that wasn't play that was steering

@3rdDegreeOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

THATS WHAT I SAID!!! HAHAHA

@kramzterful 5 жыл бұрын

Hope you can make a vid of adding lift kits on cars to improve ground clearance.

@lucianonarno1408 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris do you have any vídeo about the clutch for a manual transmission? I think my 02 Ford Ikon has issues there.

@TFKofBD 7 жыл бұрын

Consider checking his channel?

@wadem7626 7 жыл бұрын

great video,,,, very good!!!!

@arthuracosta1381 3 жыл бұрын

Hey ChrisFix! I love the videos, they’re super educational. I was wondering if you could help me figure out a problem for me; I have a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 and recently I noticed when I go over bumps on the road my truck tries to swerve off. If you could help diagnose the problem it would be most appreciated!

@ROTLD-pr1en 7 жыл бұрын

If you had all new parts and were to replace every part you checked in this video (even the struts), in what order would you go? Basically all new suspension (for a 2006 Sonata) I would think you would start with struts and work down and outward? Strut/springs fork strut mount stabilizer link upper control arm ball joint knuckle cv axle sway bar lower control arm inner tie rod outer tie rod ball joint hub hub bearing dust shield rotor brake pads caliper Am I missing anything? Do parts come with all bushings, pins, nuts and washers? I have a 2006 Sonata shop manual set, but even that is geared more towards a trained mechanic and does not walk you through each step.

@86753091974 7 жыл бұрын

Someone else may have commented but you have to put the jack under the lower control arm to unload the spring before testing the ball joints. Being loaded you are unable to detect play.

@davidhur09 6 жыл бұрын

Unless its a McPherson strut then you lift on the frame to unload the spring

@151daze 5 жыл бұрын

Seriously I checked my suspension found no play . No I’ll check again as you described

@ralphwolfinger8403 5 жыл бұрын

@@151daze the jack stands should really be under the frame to ensure no weight restrictions when checking ball joints

@gsc2866 3 жыл бұрын

That's actually not true

@86753091974 3 жыл бұрын

@@gsc2866 how so? MAchpherson strut set up no...but the setup the video is working on, my comment is true.

@yourlookingatbob 7 жыл бұрын

Man he's come a long way

@usaclc 9 жыл бұрын

The best suspension video I have watched all day. THANK YOU! Wish I would have found this BEFORE I put the car back together! I did try to wiggle the tire to watch for play and didn't see any but the boot on the lower ball joint is all but gone. The upper and the outer tie rod look like crap too so figure I'll just replace it all. I hear all sorts of rattling when I'm driving (when the road is rough) and it is pulling to one side. Don't know what else to do.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

usaclc Glad the video was helpful! I have videos on replacing all of the parts too! See my suspension playlists! I bet it is tie rods and sway bar end links causing your noise.

@usaclc 9 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix just watched a bunch of them. Feel like I cheated on you (had to see wishbone lower control arm). So my new arms, upper and lower, arrived - waiting on tie rods. Went through most of the bolts to get things loose so when I have time to swap parts it will go faster. I was going to remove the tie rods but the nut is turning but not coming off the bolt. Frustrating. After a full day at work sanding I didn't have patience for it. I'll pay you $200 to come over this weekend and finish the job. (snicker)

@karimsadouni4758 4 жыл бұрын

Thank mr kars very nice work

@joshuadominguez4102 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris! Big fan here! I have a 2003 corolla and whenever I turn the wheel left or right at slow speed, there is a squeaking sound. No leaks found so far