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Car fishtails when you hit a bump?
bad back struts
Can bad shocks on my car coause a knocking sound?
Yes, if your car has shock absorbers it would only be if they are broken in two pieces; if your car has struts then it is probably the upper mounts that are bad. If it is struts and you have the upper mounts replaced, you will also need an alignment.
What caused thumping in the rear of a car?
Bad shocks or struts is one possibility.
Can you still drive your car with rear bad shocks or struts?
Yes, you can still drive your car with bad rear shocks or struts, but it is not advisable. Worn shocks or struts can lead to poor handling, increased stopping distances, and a rough ride, making driving less safe. Additionally, they can cause further damage to other suspension components and tires over time. It's best to have them inspected and replaced as soon as possible for optimal vehicle performance and safety.
What makes a Car hits hard when going over bumps?
bad shocks or struts
What are struts in a car?
Struts are much like what used to be shock absorbers except more expensive to replace. Bad/worn out struts will greatly reduce the handling and control of the vehicle. You can drive the car but it may put you in a dangerous situation. How much do you value your life?
Do you damage the struts when turning the wheel while stopped?
No, this will not damage or cause wear on the struts in any way.
What tools are required to change the struts on a car?
Struts on a car are a shock absorber that prevents the car from bouncing. A socket wrench is required to change the struts.
When do you need to replace your car's struts?
Usually when they or shocks go bad then the vehicle will bounce more. The shock/struts are supposed to cushion the road surface impact. When bad then you start feeling every little bump in the road.
What are car struts used for in the anatomy of a car?
Many people confuse car struts and car shocks. While car shocks prevent passengers from feeling the jostle of a drive, car struts support the physical weight of the car.
Car shakes bad when driving over 50mph?
Most likely your alignment is out of whack or bad struts. Could also be the wheels need balancing.
Does your 2000 Lincoln town car have shocks or struts?
struts
