Imagine driving on a bumpy road, and your car starts to shake violently, making turns difficult. It is in these moments that you realize the shock absorbers are no longer doing their job. We can quickly and efficiently replace worn parts so that your ride becomes comfortable and safe again. During the process, we carefully remove the old shock absorbers and install new ones, paying attention to all the important elements for reliable suspension performance.
When should you consider shock absorber replacement?
- The car sways significantly over bumps
- Increased braking distance
- Strange noises from the suspension while driving
- Shaking when driving on poor roads
- Uneven tire wear
- The car leans in turns
- Shock absorbers are leaking oil
- Poor handling and decreased stability
What does our shock absorber replacement service include?
- Removing wheels for access to the shock absorbers
- Disconnecting the shock absorber's fasteners and bearings
- Removing old shock absorbers and springs
- Installing new springs and shock absorbers
- Installing new fasteners and bearings
- Connecting the shock absorber to the joint or McPherson strut
- Installing a protective cover on the new shock absorber
- Adjusting wheel alignment after installation
Additional information about the service
Shock absorbers play a key role in the safety and comfort of your vehicle. They dampen impacts from road irregularities and help the wheels maintain contact with the surface, which is vital for handling. Over time, shock absorbers wear out and lose effectiveness, causing the car to shake and reducing traction on the road. Replacing shock absorbers helps restore normal suspension function and ensures your safety.
Diagnosis and preparation for replacement
Our specialists begin with a technical inspection to determine the degree of wear on the shock absorbers. We check the condition of the fasteners, bearings, and protective covers. We often recommend replacing shock absorbers in pairs, even if only one has failed, to ensure the suspension operates evenly and to prevent misalignment. After that, we lift the vehicle and remove the wheels for easy access.
The shock absorber replacement process
In vehicles with McPherson suspension, the shock absorber often comes with the spring. For replacement, we carefully remove the shock absorber with the spring using special tools. We take off the old parts along with the bearings and fasteners, making sure to replace the protective covers and upper bearings, as they wear out along with the shock absorbers. We install new shock absorbers with springs and fasteners, securely fixing all components.
Final work and recommendations
After installing the new parts, we always adjust the wheel alignment. This is important to avoid rapid tire wear and maintain vehicle handling. We advise not to delay replacement, as timely shock absorber replacement improves safety and driving comfort. Typically, the entire process takes a few hours, and you will immediately feel the difference in the car's behavior on the road.
