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Experts say they should always be replaced in pairs-like tires. There is bound to be a mismatch between rebound ratings both sides & could adversely affect handling. On the back not as critical since almost all 50/50 & no steering.
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If 1 is strut leaking do you replace both?
Yes, most definitely. You must always replace struts and shocks in pairs. Replace one front shock or strut then you must replace both. Same for the rear.
Why would one strut of your airride not stay up?
the bladder is leaking
When should you replace the spring on a strut assembly?
a test to tesy ur strut assembly is to rock the car on the front and see if it returns in one rebound if not it is time to go and get some new springs
How many control arms are used with each front MacPherson strut assembly?
One lower control arm for each front strut.
How do you change a Renault clio front strutt?
First, open the hood. Now remove the brake line support so that you can begin to get to the strut. Remove the pinch bolt that holds the strut at the bottom. Drop the sway bar that is connected to the strut. Now remove the bolts the interior bolts that support the strut. Remove the old strut and replace it with the new one.
How many engine mounts does a 95 Cavalier have?
There is one on the front passenger side and a torque strut on the front. The torque strut acts like a motor mount.
Is it safe to replace just one strut on the front of a subaru legacy?
Well it wont necessarily be a bad thing to change one but if i were you i would change both so that way you dont have to change the other one later.
How do you replace the trunk strut on a 1998 Acura Integra?
unbolt the old one put in the new one
What cause 1997 Toyota Camry front end struts make loose noise?
There are at least two reasons. First one is malfunctioning strut itself (leakage). Second one is holders which attache struts to the car body have some rubber parts inside. As time goes the rubber parts wear off and fail. In the first case you have to replace the fail strut(s). For the second one you have replace the holders. Sometimes it happens you that you have to replace struts as well as holders.
Fix 98 ford windstar tension strut bushings wont tighten?
You have to replace the strut rod bushing there are two in each strut rod inner and outer bushing then you could tight them again. the one you have is already shrink.
What is the squeaking noise after hitting pothole in front end?
If its a strut type suspension you may have most likely bent the strut. Be sure to get the front end alignment checked. The strut is usually the weakest component. I hit a pothole and it did not affect the alignment however, the strut was making a terrible squeaking noise. My car has strut cartridges and the one that was affected caused the rubber mount to rub against the mounting fixture on the inner fender.
How do you replace the rear shocks on a 2000 infiniti i30?
you will need to rent a strut spring compressor tool from your local auto parts store, first locate the top of your strut on the inside of your trunk, there should be three nuts located at the top of the strut..one on the strut itself and two on each side...second pull the tire off the side that your working... third compress the strut spring with the tool, then with a adjustable wrench hold the top of your strut, while unscrewing the nut on top with a (13mm or 14mm ) wrench...forth locate the bolt on the bottom of the strut remove it(16mm or 17mm)and the strut will come down....remove the old strut and replace with new one...re-install
