How to Spot Worn Shocks or Struts

Shocks and struts help keep your tires in contact with the road and affect your vehicle handling and control. Your local Brake-O-Rama store can help you keep an eye on the health of your shocks or struts with a vehicle check-up report. However, if you notice any of the following while driving, it’s a sign you may need steering and suspension system maintenance as soon as possible.

 

  • - Excessive bouncing
  • - Loss of tire contact with the road
  • - Excessive or uneven tire wear
  • - A decrease in your handling or braking ability
  • - Vibration or noise
  • - Fluid leaks in your shocks
  • - Dents, holes or damage to any of your shock components
 
From QuickLane “Maintenance Tips”