How can I tell if my strut bearings are bad?
An easy way to check your strut bearings is to get a buddy, raise the front end, reach in and grab your spring while your buddy turns the wheel back and forth slowly. You will be able to feel the binding in the spring if you have a bad upper bearing. This is coming from a Volvo tech with over 10 years experience.
What does it mean when your struts are bad?
Below are some of the most common suspension/bad struts noises that plague drivers. Deep knocking sounds generally mean that the shock is the issue. You can check for leaks (oil is the most common) before you do anything else. Once a shock absorber leak, that shock absorber will begin to lose its stability and stiffness.
How often should you replace your strut bearings?
The first time they replaced the RF strut bearing. The second time they replaced the RF strut bearing, the RF strut, and the RF tie rod. The third time they replaced the RF strut bearing. Each time the noise would go away for a week and then come back.
Why are my struts making a clunking noise?
The clunking noises are not caused by the struts but rather a worn top bearing plate and bearing. You may need to check to see if you replaced those components of the strut assembly, or if you replaced the strut cartridge.
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.
Is it worth it to replace both struts?
If both strut mounts are showing signs of wear, it’s worth it in most cases to also replace the corresponding struts since it’s not any extra labor to do so. This way you’ll avoid hundreds of dollars in labor to replace failing struts in the future.
Why is my strut on my car not working?
It is likely because the rubber in the mount has disintegrated to the point of it being no longer able to provide a barrier between the mount and the strut itself. If you fee like you’re teeth are chattering when driving your car, your suspension needs work.
How are struts attached to the suspension system?
Struts are simple parts that keep the suspension attached and in the right position. One end is bolted into the body of the car, and the other is attached to the strut assembly. The mount is an essential part of your suspension system.