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Has any one ever had leaking shock absorbers in a rav 4 2005 only 36000 miles?
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How long does a shock absorber last?
Years ago, they commonly lasted 25-30 thousand miles. Today's shock absorbers will commonly last 100,000 miles or more, but the companies that make shock absorbers still urge you to get them changed at 25,000 mile intervals - because they're in business to sell shock absorbers.
Why change shock absorbers?
I had the shock absorbers changed on my Explorer by a Ford dealer using Motorcraft shocks , none of my shocks were leaking or damaged in any way but I had about 53,000 miles on them , I noticed the change as soon as I made my first turn , the turn in was sharper , there was less body " roll " , the Explorer just felt more stable . At that point I realized that shock absorbers wear so gradually that I didn't remember what it was like when it was new
How many miles before shock absorbers need to be replaced?
Well, I wouldn't change shocks at all unless the ride was rough or the shocks were visibly leaking. Check them out. if no inherent problems, 75000 miles is usually recommended.
What do shock absorbers do?
mabye they "absorb shock!" 2nd Answer: In actual fact, shock absorbers do not absorb shock: the springs do that. The "shock absorbers" dampen rebound (Bouncing). In a bike, the spring is built right around the dampener part.
Can you repair leaking shock absorbers?
Depending on the design, some hydraulic shock absorbers can be repaired. In some cases, drilling a hole, draining the old oil, flushing with a lighter oil, and then replacing with standard shock absorber oil, and welding shot the oil may work. But these repairs are usually not long lasting.
What acts as a shock absorber in your body?
You have the cartilages in the joints, which act as mechanical shock absorbers. But then you have other functional shock absorbers. You have arches in the foot, which act as shock absorbers. Then when you jump down, you have that spring like movement of the legs. That act as a shock absorbers.
Are the arches of the foot mianly shock absorbers?
no, shock absorbers are in your knees and back. Some people have flat feet.
Does a 2004 Ford Ranger have shocks or struts?
For a 2004 Ford Ranger : Shock absorbers , front and rear
Are shock absorbers part of the suspesion?
Yes they are typically, 1992 BMW E36 for say has shock absorbers which are safety measures for accidents. They install behind bumpers to allow a 6" movement in the event you hit something (shock absorbers)
How many miles are Dodge Grand Caravan shock absorbers generally good for?
most shocks are recommended to be replaced at 80 to 100 thousand miles
How many shock absorbers in a 1999 Ford Explorer?
( 2 ) shock absorbers on the front suspension and ( 2 ) shock absorbers on the rear suspension ( and if it's the same as my 1995 Ford Explorer there is a short " shock absorber " that is sideways connected to the rear differential that I didn't bother having changed )
Does a 1995 Buick Skylark have rear struts or shock absorbers?
The 1995 Buick Skylark is equipped with rear shock absorbers. There will be struts on the front of the vehicle.
