Do 4S shops charge for four-wheel alignment?

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TravisRose
07/29/25 5:33pm
4S shops do not offer free four-wheel alignment services; additional charges apply. Here is some information about four-wheel alignment: 1. Introduction: Four-wheel alignment involves adjusting the suspension parameters of a vehicle. 2. Consequences of Fault: If the wheels exhibit a tendency to pull to one side, a four-wheel alignment is necessary. Otherwise, it can hinder turning during driving, posing a significant safety hazard. 3. Methods of Determination: The first method is to drive on a relatively straight road with the steering wheel centered. If the vehicle drifts to one side, it indicates the need for a four-wheel alignment. The second method is to check whether the wear on all four tires is uniform. Particularly for the front wheels, if one side shows significantly more wear than the other, a four-wheel alignment is required.
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