Suspension & Steering

Suspension Repairs in Northern Rivers

Inspections & Replacements

If you want a softer, quieter and more stable drive, bring your vehicle to Main Arm Mechanical. Our team of highly-skilled mechanics perform extensive inspection and maintenance services for suspension and steering systems, including:


  • Ball joints & tie rod end replacements
  • Changing of rear axle bearings & seals
  • Front-wheel bearing replacements
  • Changing of shock absorbers
  • Resetting or replacement of springs
  • Suspension system checks
  • Wheel alignments


We give your car’s suspension and steering system a thorough check to catch potential issues before they become full-blown problems.

Car Suspension — Suspension Repairs In Mullumbimby, NSW
Mechanic Checking Tyre Pressure — Suspension Repairs In Mullumbimby, NSW

Our team checks the following items during an inspection:

  • Suspension under load
  • Tyre condition & pressure
  • Steering arms
  • Sway bar & its linking components
  • Ride & spring height
  • Struts & shock absorbers
  • Wear & tear in suspension bushings
  • Rack & pinion or steering box for leaks or other damages


When you leave our shop, you can feel confident knowing that your suspension and steering systems are in excellent condition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A damaged suspension system can manifest in many ways. Some of the most common signs include:


  • Leaking shocks or struts
  • Nosediving after hard braking
  • Noticeable vibrating & wheel wobbling after running over a bump
  • Significant rocking or swaying while making a turn or when driving in strong crosswinds
  • Suspension bottoming while backing the vehicle out of the garage or driving on rough roads

Several symptoms may indicate that you need to replace or at least repair your vehicle's steering rack. These include:


  • Clunking noises
  • Loose steering
  • Shaking steering wheel
  • Too much steering wheel slack
  • An unstable vehicle while driving at high speeds
  • Wheels are not returning to their centre position

Two things can happen when you don't replace bad shock absorbers. You can compromise you and your passengers' safety because worn-out shocks lead to longer stopping times and vehicle instability, especially while braking. Other parts of your car, like tyres and springs, may also wear down faster if you continue driving with worn-out shock absorbers.

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