Car Suspension System works with Picture Chart. Car Suspension Problems with Estimated Life for Suspension Upgrade with Prices of Shocker, Mount, Lower Arm, Link Rod, Steering Rack
For any Car Enthusiast its 2 things which matters most
Ofcourse you derive Power Delivery Flow through Engine & Transmission but Handling Character of Car including Driving Dynamics, Comfort, Stability are derived thriugh Suspension Tune up.
Thus - Suspension plays a key role in determining how good or bad the car is in terms of drive, handling and comfort.
Front Suspension
As you see in the below chart - there are Coil Springs, Link Rod, Shockers, Lower Arm, Ball joints, Shafts which makes up the suspension
Rear Suspension
Basically, Suspension is like a Complete Shock Absorber System which through its frame not only provides a support to the car chassis but also saves body from bumps and provide drive comfort.
Technically, its a combined effort from shock absorbers, coil springs, shafts, joints, link unit and many other parts to provide stability to the car. Suspension system of a car is connected to the wheels and follows underneath the surface of car body
With Roads been bad in upcountry locations in India or high height speed-breakers been built in city - a good suspension helps to drive with ease from these road hiccup barriers. A Car with Weak Suspension will tend to have
» Coarse Ride Quality,
» Bumpness on Driving even on Small Speed Breakers
» Increased Vibrations Level in Driving Car
» Sound from Underneath the Body Surface
» Steering Vibrations on Starting to Driving Car
As there are many Wear & Tear Parts in Suspension setup, its important to not to abuse the vehicle like
It all ends up weakneing Car Suspension. Also - by not taking Care of
can end up with further impact on Suspension. So - irrespective of fact whether you have Alto or Audi - Suspension system of Car if Weakenes beyond a level due to Wear & Tear may require a complete overhaul causing excessive expenditure and may require overhaul in under 30,000 Kms even
But if maintained well - there is possibility that Suspension can go without any major work even till 1 Lakh Kms
Suspension Problems can well be there if there starts :-
Suspension Overhaul is generally done on Front - unless the car has Independent Rear Suspension and Costing is dependent on Parts getting Replaced :-
Minor Suspension Upgrade
Note: Above is Indicative Costing wherein Suspension Overhaul Cost would range in from 20000 to Rs 25000 (in most of Hatchback, Compact Sedan Cars), while around Rs 30000 to 50000 in Mid Sedan, Mid SUV Range. Do not miss to get Alignment done post Suspension Overhaul
Major Suspension Upgrade Items
Apart from Minor Overhaul - Additional Costs for Replacement of Shockers and Steering Rack Assembly - as part of Suspension Upgrade :-
For same Suspension Upgrade in Luxury Range like BMW, Audi - Retrofit Kit (as Package) with Stabilizer Link will cost in range of Rs 2 to 3 Lakh.
When going with Suspension Overhaul - ideally best to choose in OEM Brand Original Spare for Reliability, Compatibility and Peace of Mind Ownership.
However from aftermarket if due to any reason you seek to find alternative spare part maker then TRW is a Reputed Name Globally for Suspension Components. Check out for Original Lower Control Arm, Link Rod, Ball Joints and Mountings.
In terms of Domestic Brands - Talbros would tend to be economical - as prices are almost at 70% of what prices of TRW. Also, Reputed After Market Shocker Brands - Gabriel, Delphi, Monroe, TRW. They are Good and availability ranges for almost all cars been sold.
Suspension Kit: Another Reputed and Probably Expensive is Bilstein Suspension Kit - which will transform your Car into Top Notch Performance for long lasting Drive.
If your Car Suspension requires Overhaul (within first 4 yrs) and looking for Lifetime Warranty for 10 yrs or more with Top Notch Handling - check out Bilstein Suspension Kit (will cost 50000+).
Comments 18
I have Chevrolet beat 2012 disel with bad suspension. How much would be maximum cost if get it done through authorised service center?
Hi ,
I am having old 2010 model I 20 Asta Car , I have to replace suspension front & back the quotation is 25000-30000/- is it worth to get replaced from recognized service center.
Please suggest.
Front suspension cost around 3700 each and rear around 3k.. labour charge would be around 3k
U can do the math
I have alto 800 CNG 2014 model , I need to repair steering suspension but workshop is giving quotation approx 12000 to 16000, what should i do ? is this amount worth
I HAVE RENOLT DUSTER I WANT TO REPAIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM PLEASE TAIL ME TOTAL COST
HS Code Qty Rate Total
87088000 Front Straut assembly 2 3700.00 7400.00
87088000 Stabaliser link Rod 2 2200.00 4400.00
8708 9400 Steering bal joint 2 2900.00 5800.00
87088000 Lowe arm 2 5600.00 11200.00
Labor charges approx 4000.00
MY MAHINDRA XYLO CAR OF 2010 HAVE SOME PROBLEM IN SUSPENSION PROBLEM
For Honda City Model from 2007 to 2010 the overall expenses comes from proper Honda Service Station for All Suspension work is 50 to 65000/- but then after you are safe to drive at least for 5 years with proper warranty from them also.
Price of both lower suspension arm for Nissan micra active xv
Dear Sir
Please note my car HONDA CITY IVTEC MODEL 2010 JULY. I NEED WHO CAN DO VERY GOOD JOB FOR SUSPENSION REPAIRS BOTH REAR & FRONT WORK TO BE DONE A VERY HONEST RELIABLE MECHENICAL PERSON WHO KNOWS PERFECT JOB ON HONDA CITY IVTEC 2010. MY CONTACT
Price of left hand side arm only for Hyundai grand i10 sports 2014 model
Need to replace all 4 shockers for my maruti swift dezire VDI. Please suggest suitable workshop in Noida other that Authorized service station for the replacement .
HI,
I did repair my shocker and suspension. Chimta you need to buy new. It costs around 1270.
Suspension and shocker will cost 2000.
In total it will cost you around 4000 including labor cost.
Hi Aashish,
I’m looking for a reliable workshop for getting skoda Laura shockers done. Can you suggest where I can check in delhi or gurgaon.
Ok
Hi This is Amit, I have to replace total suspension part of my santro car, so please guide me what is the cost for the same
many authroized shops would try to fool you around, these are very expensive, better go to a regular contact local workshop and get this fixed.....
I have a wagon r lxi model no 2007 please tell me I have a problem of my car is axle suspension and shocker please tell me what is the total cost of this repairing work of my car .