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Bad struts make the car handle different,and you may lose control at higher speeds,it also makes your tire become choppy and wear out faster,because the tire is not staying in contact with the road all of the time.
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Car fishtails when you hit a bump?
bad back struts
What caused thumping in the rear of a car?
Bad shocks or struts is one possibility.
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.
What makes a Car hits hard when going over bumps?
bad shocks or struts
Do you damage the struts when turning the wheel while stopped?
No, this will not damage or cause wear on the struts in any way.
What are struts in a car?
Struts are much like what used to be shock absorbers except more expensive to replace. Bad/worn out struts will greatly reduce the handling and control of the vehicle. You can drive the car but it may put you in a dangerous situation. How much do you value your life?
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.
When do you need to replace your car's struts?
Usually when they or shocks go bad then the vehicle will bounce more. The shock/struts are supposed to cushion the road surface impact. When bad then you start feeling every little bump in the road.
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.
Does your 2000 Lincoln town car have shocks or struts?
struts
Car shakes bad when driving over 50mph?
Most likely your alignment is out of whack or bad struts. Could also be the wheels need balancing.
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.
