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A fairly quick and fast way I check struts is I put all my weight down on the hood and give it a push, if your struts are good, it will not allow the car to bounce at all, it will basically absorb the shock and your struts are okay, otherwise your car will bounce excessively and its time to change out you struts. Same procedure for you rears, except they should be coil over shocks and less complex as most cars front suspensions.
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What will cause a tire cupping inside?
Shocks or struts worn out, worn suspension parts, or front end out of alignment. Most likely worn shocks or struts.
What would cause a 99' Volvo v70 driving at 65mph and above have a slight vibration even though the tires are brand new and all have been balanced?
check the front shocks or struts to see if they are worn out, worn out struts could cause the front tires to hop at higher speed.
How do you get the rear of your 1997 Olds cutlass Supreme to quit squeaking?
Check the rear struts & upper mounting plates to see if you have a seized strut or worn or broken upper plate. Check the ends of the spring to see if the insulators are worn off and causing noises. Struts & upper mounts can be replaced & teflon blocks are available from Moog to take the place of the oem insulators
Can driving on worn shocks and struts be damaging to your vehicle?
yes
What causes cupped tires?
Worn shocks and/or struts will cause cupped tires. There may be another suspension or chassis component worn, but the shocks/struts are the first components that should be inspected.
Struts wearing out tires?
its not your struts you have to check your tire alinement's
2004 ion Saturn changed front struts still banging sound?
Check the control arm bushings and any other bushings that may be worn.
What cause a car to be bouncy?
Your shocks/struts are worn out, time to replace them.
What are the signs that you need new struts?
The struts on your vehicle are designed to absorb the bumps and dips in the roadway to give you with smooth comfortable ride. Worn or damaged struts can cause problems like tire wear and bad handling. You should check your struts at least once a year for any signs of damage or wear. Check your tires for signs of cupping, excessive wear on the middle or both sides of the tires. Check for fluid leakage from the struts. Walk to each corner of your vehicle and push down on the bumper and release. It shouldn't bounce more than once. Drive the vehicle and check for any signs of excessive dipping when stopping and check for drifting or swaying.
What causes rear tire cupping?
Improper rotation or worn shocks or struts
What makes your ride bouncy in the back?
The shocks or if it has them, the struts, are worn out, and need to be replaced.
How do you check for worn springs on struts?
To check for worn springs on struts, visually inspect the springs for any signs of damage, such as cracks, breaks, or excessive rust. You can also look for uneven ride height, which may indicate that a spring is sagging or weakened. Additionally, during a bounce test, push down on the vehicle's corner and observe how it rebounds; if it bounces excessively, it could signal worn struts or springs. If in doubt, it’s advisable to consult a professional mechanic for a thorough inspection.
