Authentic Spare Parts Blog DIY Project: How to Replace Your Shock Absorber

Your vehicles' shock absorbers are what helps make your driving experience enjoyable by reducing the impact that sudden changes in terrain has on the vehicle. You can visit our previous blog on 3 Reasons Why Shock Absorbers Should be Replaced Before It's Too Late to understand the importance of shock absorbers. A good set of absorbers would give you a smooth ride, allowing you to ignore minor potholes and bumps. All components of a vehicle, including shock absorbers, eventually wear out and you would be required to replace them to maintain the comfort of your travel. If you are feeling that your car ride is not as comfortable to drive as it once was, your shock absorbers may be worn out. It is best to get the checking and replacement done by a professional, but it can easily be done by an amateur mechanic. This guide will help you through the steps of changing your car's shock absorbers. Know the component: If you want to change a part of your car, it always helps to gather some knowledge about it first. Shock absorbers are generally a combination of a hydraulic part (piston) and a mechanical part (spring). The spring resists compressions, while the piston resists expansions so that your car does not bounce when you go over a pothole. The piston is comparatively cheaper than the spring, so if you think the spring can be reused, you could save some money. Purchase the right parts: Each vehicle's parts are designed keeping in mind the overall use, size and weight of the vehicle. Refer the manual of your car to check the kind of shock absorbers that it uses so that you can purchase a similar one. Get ready: Once you have the tools and new shock absorbers, you may begin the actual work. Ensure that your car is parked on a level surface, then use a jack stand to raise the car to an appropriate height. The correct usage of a jack would be explained in the car manual. Then, keep the trunk open and loosen the nuts, which secure the front end and the back end of your car. You would have to remove the wheels so that you have space to work. Remove the old shock absorbers: The old shock absorbers would be dirty and probably rusted. You can use some WD-40 to make it easier to loosen the bolts before you begin. Start with the top bolts of the shock tower, then move on to the other nuts that connect it to the rest of the suspension system. Fix the new ones: While fixing the new shock absorbers, start with connecting it to the suspension system, then bolt the top and bottom of the shock tower. Repeat: Repeat the procedure for the remaining three shock absorbers. Ensure that you refer to your manual in every step for specifications and locations of every bolt and nut. Even though this procedure seems quite straight-forward, you may encounter some difficulties while trying to decide on which absorbers to purchase or while removing your old ones. If you do, you may call us, and once you provide the model number, we would be able to help you. If you require any more information on shock absorbers or you want to purchase one, call us at 08098189744. Alternatively, you can contact us by filling this form.