Front struts
Shock absorber and spring in one. They hold the car up and keep the tires on the road.
Signs it's worn: Bouncy ride, nose dives when braking, uneven tire wear.
What's wrong with my car? · Suspension
Bouncy, floaty ride, or the nose dives when you brake?
Usually: Worn struts and shocks.
A car that bounces after bumps, dives under braking or rides rough has worn struts or shocks. Replace them in pairs.
The parts that fix it
Rear shocks
Damp the rear springs so the car doesn't keep bouncing.
Signs it's worn: Floaty rear end, leaking oil on the shock body.
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