7 Signs Of Worn Shocks And Struts

LAS VEGAS - Dec. 22, 2023 - PRLog -- Shocks and struts are important parts of your vehicle's suspension system. Ensuring that they are replaced when necessary helps keep your vehicle in roadworthy condition.

7 Signs That It Is Time to Replace Your Shocks and Struts
Knowing when it is time to replace your vehicle's shocks and struts can be hard because the way they affect your car's performance can be hard to notice. Changes are gradual, and especially if you drive your car every day, you may not notice that anything is wrong. Knowing what to watch for can help you know when to replace the shocks and struts.

-Leaking fluid on the shocks and struts. This may indicate that a seal has gone bad, letting hydraulic fluids escape.
-Tires are showing uneven wear. When your car's shocks and struts have worn out, the car may bounce. This can cause the tires to wear out more quickly. Instead of the tread wearing down evenly, it may wear down in a wavy pattern. You may also notice places on your tires where pieces of rubber are gouged out.
-Nose dive when braking. If you hit your brakes hard and notice that the front of your car dips to the ground, it may be time to see a mechanic. This is a danger because it can increase your car's stopping distance.
-Rear squats when accelerating. If you quickly accelerate your vehicle and your front end rises while the rear end squats, then your shocks and struts are no longer doing their job. When they function properly, they stabilize suspension movement while accelerating. When they do not function as they should, the vehicle's momentum transfers to the car's rear, causing it to dip.
-The tires bounce. A little bounce is normal when you are driving over an uneven surface. However, after you go over a bump, your vehicle should settle quickly and not continue to bounce. Worn shocks and struts cannot effectively absorb the impact and soften the bump. In some cases, you may even hear a clunking noise.
-Instability on the highway. Your vehicle should drive evenly at highway speeds rather than moving up and down.
-The car sways when turning a corner. If your shocks and struts are worn, your vehicle may lean to the side when you take a sharp turn or are on an off-ramp.

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