ZF Aftermarket advises motorists on spring vehicle maintenance

Post winter inspections can instil customer confidence and boost loyalty, company says

ZF Aftermarket advises motorists on spring vehicle maintenance
Gates provides advise on EMD maintenance and the importance of quality parts. Image: Bigstock.

The various highway authorities throughout the UK are responsible for gritting nearly 90 per cent of all the roads, according to ZF.

This can do a great deal of damage when it comes into contact with important chassis components.

ZF Aftermarket experts believe that a professional check of the braking and chassis systems is essential after the winter months; this should include an expert inspection of the brake hoses and calipers.

A defective shock absorber can be detrimental to braking performance, increasing braking distance and reducing traction on corners which increases the risk of aquaplaning.

In addition, the effectiveness of common electronic assistance systems – such as Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) can be severely compromised.

Experts recommend that shock absorbers and all complementary components be initially inspected after 50,000 miles at the latest, and thereafter every 12,000 miles.

When rock salt comes into contact with a vehicle’s suspension components, it can cause rubber parts to perish and metal to eventually erode.

Leak testing of the rubber bellows at the ball joints should be part of the spring check, as well as a professional inspection of the tie rod, tie rod end and axial joint.

It is also recommended to check the steering rack gaiter and spring lock rings.

ZF Aftermarket contributes to road traffic safety with brakes from TRW, shock absorbers from Sachs and chassis and steering components from Lemförder, along with practical training courses through to technical information and professional workshop concepts.

Richard Adgey, director product management of ZF Aftermarket, explained: “We offer a broad range of added value services to our customers.

“Besides trainings and technical information, every spare part can be found without any problem via the ZF Part Finder App.”

To find out about ZF Aftermarket, follow the ‘more details’ link below.

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