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The steering and suspension systems are key safety-related systems that largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Have these systems checked regularly, at least once a year, and usually with a wheel alignment.

What does it do? - The suspension maintains the relationship between the wheels and the frame or unibody. The suspension system interacts with the steering system to provide vehicle control. When working properly, the suspension system helps absorb the energy from road irregularities such as potholes and helps to maintain vehicle stability. The steering system transmits your input from the steering wheel to the steering gear and other steering components to control the car’s direction.

Typical Wear and Tear - Over time, steering and suspension components wear out and require replacement. Regular checks are critical to maintaining a safe car. Factors that affect wear include driving habits, operating conditions (potholes in road), vehicle type, type of steering and suspension system, and frequency of regular maintenance. Some symptoms that you are having issues with your vehicle steering and suspension include the car pulling to one side, uneven tire wear, excessive noise, vibration or bouncing, and loss of control.

Call or come by Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl today to have our professionals make sure your car is road-ready!

man broke down on side of road with car hood up

At Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, ID, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

Windshield wipers are one of those things you never think about until you need them, and by then it’s too late. There’s a good chance you haven’t changed windshield wipers in a long time, so it might be a good idea to inspect them before rainy weather catches you off guard. Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, ID has compiled a few windshield wiper tips here for you.

At Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, ID, we know replacing an entire engine can be a tough call to make - that’s why we’re here to help you make an expert decision on the matter.

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At Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, we know there’s a lot of conflict on when you should maintenance certain things on your truck. We also know there are consequences to neglecting maintenance; the difference between a truck that breaks down all the time and a truck that has covered over a million miles virtually trouble free all boils down to maintenance.

Transmissions are complex, and over time they will wear out and eventually break. Knowing what to look for will play a key role in preventing your transmission from failing prematurely. At Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, ID we want to give you some insight on how your transmission works and how it can fail.

At Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, we understand how important it is to have ice cold AC in your truck on a long, hot day. Whether you drive a Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, chances are you have a lot of cab to cool down, and a subpar AC just won’t cut it.

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup, maintenance and repair performed the correct way is a huge part of keeping you on the road. At Cowden's Automotive & Exhaust in Buhl, ID, we use ASE certified technicians to make sure you get the best service in the industry.