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PURPOSE of SHOCKS & STRUTS
 
Shocks and struts are safety components that maintain vertical loads placed upon the tires. They control spring and suspension movement to keep tires in contact with the road. Under normal conditions on a smooth road, shocks stroke on average 1,750 times for every mile traveled or 7.5 million stabilizing actions on average every 12,000 miles (20,000 kilometers). As a result, shocks and struts do wear out and should be checked every 12,000 miles/20,000 kilometers just to be safe. Worn shocks and struts affect vehicle safety.
 

 
 
CARE & MAINTENANCE
 
Performance Signs You May Need New Shocks or Struts:
 
  • Roll or sway on turns.
  • Front end dives when braking.
  • Rear end "Squats" when accelerating.
  • Vehicle bounces or slides sideways on a winding, rough road.
  • Vehicle "bottoms out" (with a thump)
 
 
Physical Signs You May Need New Shocks or Struts:
 
  • Leaks on hosing
  • Dents on the strut or shock body
  • Worn rubber mounting bushings
  • Abnormally worn or cupped tire tread
  • Damaged or missing compression bumpers
  • Damaged or missing protective boots
  • Pitted or dented piston rod
 
 
 
 
 
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