How can you tell if your suspension struts are bad?
A not very common symptom of bad struts is uneven wear on your tires. However, it can happen if the coil spring broke and the car got lowered, which caused the wheel alignment to get moved. So if you notice uneven tire wear, have your suspension struts checked and make a new wheel alignment after the strut replacement.
When to see a mechanic for a broken strut?
If you notice a knocking or clunking sound coming from an area near the front or rear tires, it’s most likely due to worn out or broken struts. Contact a local ASE Certified mechanic as soon as possible to correctly diagnose and replace the struts if needed. 2. Car has a bumpy ride
When do you need to replace your strut assembly?
If your overall ride is becoming bumpy or rough, contact YourMechanic so they can road test, diagnose, and replace the strut assembly if needed. Like most suspension jobs, it’s important to replace both sides of the vehicle at the same time.
How do you remove a strut from a car?
Pull the strut from the vehicle. Compress the strut spring using the spring compressor. Perform this by hooking the compressor over the coils of the spring and tightening the compressor with a wrench. Loosen and remove the upper strut nut using a wrench. Pull the upper strut plate from the strut and remove the spring by pulling it off.
What should I do if my struts are bad?
Your mechanic will first remove the strut from the vehicle. Next comes removal of the bad strut bearing, replacement with a new one, and then reinstallation of the strut into your vehicle. Strut bearings should always be replaced when the struts are replaced, and struts should always be replaced in pairs for the best, most consistent performance.
What are the symptoms of a bad strut assembly?
Similar in cause to the above symptom, a rough or bumpy ride can also be an indicator of worn out or broken struts. It can also be a symptom of other parts of the strut assembly such as bushings, shocks or mounting hardware associated with the struts.
What should I do if my strut bearing has failed?
A bad strut bearing usually has failed due to either damage or wear and tear, so replacement with a new strut bearing is the only solution.
What happens when the strut of a car is damaged?
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. Do you hear a clunking sound like metal on metal?