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Depends on the car, some have 4, some have 2 and some don't have any struts.
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What are car struts used for in the anatomy of a car?
Many people confuse car struts and car shocks. While car shocks prevent passengers from feeling the jostle of a drive, car struts support the physical weight of the car.
What tools are required to change the struts on a car?
Struts on a car are a shock absorber that prevents the car from bouncing. A socket wrench is required to change the struts.
Does your 2000 Lincoln town car have shocks or struts?
struts
When should struts be replaced on a Toyota RAV4 and how much should it cost?
If struts need to be replace on a car it's evident by how noisy and bumpy the ride is. The cost to replace struts on a Toyota RAV4 is approximately $600.
How long should car struts last?
The amount of time car struts will last depends on the brand and the type of vehicle. The average life of car struts is 50,000 miles.
Can bad shocks on my car coause a knocking sound?
Yes, if your car has shock absorbers it would only be if they are broken in two pieces; if your car has struts then it is probably the upper mounts that are bad. If it is struts and you have the upper mounts replaced, you will also need an alignment.
How many struts does a 1998 Camry need?
Toyota Camry requires 4 struts - 2 front and 2 rear.
How long should struts last?
The amount of time car struts will last depends on the brand and the type of vehicle. The average life of car struts is 50,000 miles.
When should I replace the front struts on my 2003 VW GTI and about how much should it cost?
If they are leaking, damaged, the car sits unlevel, or if after pushing down on the car the car bounces, they probably need replacing. Labor costs should be around $125 and the struts are about $100 each. A wheel alignment is recommended when replacing struts and runs about $60.
Can a car have both shocks and struts?
a car can potentially have both shocks and struts. I don't know how common this is, but a car could have shocks in the front and struts in the back or vice versa. that is, depending on the combination, a car could have both, but I have never seen this.
How do you know if you need either new shocks or struts?
Try a simple test. Push your car or vehicle with a substantial force downwards, towards the ground. Do this by pushing the hood down or the drunk down. If your car bounces fast and did it like a spring. You need new shocks or struts. This will affect your riding comfort. Some manufacturers specify to change the struts or shocks every 75,000 miles.
Why do struts go out?
Struts wear out on a car because they tend to rust. A person that does a lot of winter driving will probably have to replace struts in a car once while it is owned, if kept for a long time.
