With the exception of custom rebuildable aftermarket shocks and struts such as certain Konis, these OE components are not serviceable. In other words once worn or failed they can only be replaced. Guidelines to determine replacement include factory mileage guidelines, inspection for excessive bounce, noise, case integrity, and the presence of oil leaks.
should b bolts in engine compartment and then 1 bolt on bottom of strut make sure to use spring compressors and u will probably need heat for lower bolt dont worry about the smoke there is a rubber bushing in there u get a new one with new strut
they are a pain in the butt, you have to diconnect the strut mounting bolts on the strut tower and lower control arm, and you will need a 17mm Allen wrench sears carries them good luck
If you mean the strut is rusted out, the new one is a complete asbly. Just keep the spring. If you mean the top of the frame on the car,where the strut bolts up to, and if the car is worth it, then a good body shop can fix this.
just pry out the metal retaining clips from each end. to reinstall, partially slide each clip into the groove then place strut on studs and slide clips on the rest of the way.
Yes. You may also remove strut & steering knucle from car without separating them (if necessary) so you do not have to get an alignment.
No, a Macpherson is a strut -shock combo unit that fits between the A frame and the vehicle frame.
some lightweight oil is poured into the strut body
You can go to any local mechanic to get your MacPherson strut installed. The mom and pop shops are usually cheaper, but take a little longer than the name shops.
The same way you do any macpherson strut assembly...If you aren't familiar with the procedure, take it to a professional. Spring/strut assemblies can be dangerous if not serviced properly.
A strut is actually part of the suspension and not the engine. The strut is a shock absorber surrounded by a spring and provides the upper pivot point for the steering. I suggest doing a google search on "macpherson strut".
One lower control arm for each front strut.
Check strut for any signs of leakage or broken spring. Could be a bad strut mount or bearing check for looseness or play Check strut for any signs of leakage or broken spring. Could be a bad strut mount or bearing check for looseness or play
If you search "Macpherson strut" online, you can find many web pages that explain what that is. Wikipedia may be a good resource to give you some general information about it. For more technical information, you can try the Auto Zone website.
2001 Mercury Cougar
The MacPherson strut is a type of car suspension system which uses the axis of a telescopic damper as the upper steering pivot. It is widely used in modern vehicles and named after Earle S. MacPherson, who developed the design.
super beetles have a little more rounded front end and the main difference is the super beetle has macpherson strut front suspension as oposed to the beam style bug suspension. the macpherson strut is okay for street only and be sure that all rubber bushings are good or else very shakey down the road. the super beetle is muchless desireable and holds less value super beetles have a little more rounded front end and the main difference is the super beetle has macpherson strut front suspension as oposed to the beam style bug suspension. the macpherson strut is okay for street only and be sure that all rubber bushings are good or else very shakey down the road. the super beetle is muchless desireable and holds less value
To absorb the shock of going over a pot hole, save space and to stop the car bouncing up and down when bounced.