Are struts covered under Toyota warranty?
The Lifetime Guarantee covers Genuine Toyota mufflers, shock absorbers, struts and strut cartridges/inserts originally installed at a Toyota dealership between January 1, 1990 through July 31, 2013.
Is it safe to drive a car that needs new struts?
Struts on the front-end of your vehicle are also crucial for steering and alignment. Driving with a broken strut will be extremely uncomfortable for you and your passengers, and is unsafe in an emergency. It can also damage other components in your car.
How long do struts last?
How many miles do shocks and struts last? Experts recommend replacement of automotive shocks and struts at 50,000 miles. Testing has shown that original equipment gas-charged shocks and struts degrade measurably by 50,000 miles*.
How much does it cost to replace a Toyota strut?
The labor time will be around 3 hours to complete the replacement on both sides. Labor rates vary from shop tot shop and region to region. A typical labor rate could be anywhere from $85 to $125 per hour.
When to replace the front struts on a Toyota Corolla?
When you are driving along and you hit a slight bump, and you hear a dense ‘thud’ coming from the front end, particularly when you have a car full of people, this indicates that your struts are going bad and need to be replaced.
Do you have to replace rear shocks with front struts?
If the rear shocks are okay, there is no need to replace them along with the front struts. Usually the general rule to follow is that when replacing shocks or struts, both the left and right side need to be changed at the same time, not the front and rear. As for the tires, if they are badly cupped, they should be replaced.
Are there any problems with the Toyota struts?
Although Toyota struts are designed to last a long time, wear and damage can cause problems to arise. When they do, the having relevant information available to the car owner on the nature of the problem and the repairs alternatives available will allow him or her to make the right decisions and find the best solutions.