What do you need to know about upper struts?
Upper Strut Mount Inspection. If the upper strut mount is defective, it may cause noise, steering binding, or allow the upper end of the strut to change position, affecting wheel alignment angles. Strut mount inspection should start with a road test checking for unusual noise, pulling, or steering binding.
When to replace the upper strut on a shock absorber?
If there is excessive movement, the upper strut mount should be replaced. If the visual inspection reveals separation of the rubber portions from the steel strut mount, it should be replaced. Complete the inspection after removal of the upper strut mount from the strut assembly.
What should I look for in a strut mount inspection?
Check the wheels for physical damage. If the upper strut mount is defective, it may cause noise, steering binding, or allow the upper end of the strut to change position, affecting wheel alignment angles. Strut mount inspection should start with a road test checking for unusual noise, pulling, or steering binding.
When do you replace the upper strut mount?
There should be no free movement. If there is excessive movement, the upper strut mount should be replaced. If the visual inspection reveals separation of the rubber portions from the steel strut mount, it should be replaced. Complete the inspection after removal of the upper strut mount from the strut assembly.
What do you need to know about a bad strut mount?
The strut mount, or strut plate, is what keeps the suspension firmly in place. Some mounts also have a strut bearing or plate that makes it possible to pivot the steering. If this crucial component is damaged, the suspension can’t do its job as well as it should. Fortunately, symptoms of a bad strut mount make it easy to diagnose in most cases.
What do you need to know about struts and shocks?
A complete car strut assembly includes the strut, jounce bumper, bellows, coil spring and strut plate (also called a strut mount) containing a bearing that allows the strut to turn as you steer. The bounce test for shock absorbers is designed to test the dampening capabilities of the shock.
Why is the front strut bearing so important?
The front suspension is very important to your car’s ride, handling, and steering, so it is essential that your strut bearings are in good operating condition at all times. The strut bearing is the upper pivot point for each of the two front strut assemblies. The strut bearing allows the strut to rotate when the wheels are turned to steer the car.
Where is the strut located on a car?
A car strut is mounted diagonally between the steering knuckle and the strut tower, eliminating the need for an upper control arm and ball joint. A complete car strut assembly includes the strut, jounce bumper, bellows, coil spring and strut plate (also called a strut mount) containing a bearing that allows the strut to turn as you steer.