More Control. More Comfort.

 

Shocks provide a vehicle with a smooth, comfortable ride and the control needed for everyday and extreme driving conditions. Shocks must be maintained properly not only for comfort but for safety as well. They provide resistance by forcing hydraulic fluid (oil) through valves in the piston as it moves up and down when you drive over bumps. Because the oil cannot be compressed, only a certain amount of fluid can be forced through these valves, which creates resistance to vehicle movement.

Struts integrate numerous suspension parts into one compact assembly, including the coil spring, spring seats, shock absorber, strut bearing, and steering knuckle. Its spring can support the weight of the vehicle, while moving to adapt to road irregularities. The internal shock absorber dampens movement of the spring as it compresses and rebounds during vehicle travel. The strut housing serves as a structural part of the suspension system and connects the upper strut bearing to the lower ball joint so that the entire assembly can pivot when the steering wheel is turned.

If you are having problems with your shocks, please make an appointment to have your vehicle serviced.