Are the screws on a car prone to loosening?
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Whether the screws on a car are prone to loosening depends on their location. For example, screws on the car chassis are more likely to loosen, while those in other areas are less prone to loosening. The parts of the car chassis that are prone to failure mainly include: 1. Shock absorbers: Oil leakage is a precursor to shock absorber damage. Additionally, significantly increased bumpiness when driving on rough roads or extended braking distances are also signs of shock absorber failure. 2. Suspension control arm bushings: Damaged bushings can cause a series of issues such as vehicle deviation and wobbling. If the chassis is inspected carefully, damaged bushings are easy to spot. 3. Tie rods: Loose tie rods pose a serious safety hazard. Therefore, during routine maintenance, this area should be carefully inspected. The method is simple: hold the tie rod and shake it forcefully. If there is no movement, everything is normal; otherwise, the ball joint or tie rod assembly should be replaced. 4. Exhaust pipe: The exhaust pipe is one of the most vulnerable parts under the car, especially those with catalytic converters, which require careful inspection. 5. Universal joint dust covers: The dust covers on the universal joints not only prevent dust but also keep the grease around the universal joints from leaking. Once the dust cover is damaged, the grease will quickly leak out, leading to dry friction and easy damage to the universal joint.
