SACHS Shocks Your Car - the When and Why to Replacing Shocks

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Do you know the signs that your struts or shocks need to be replaced? This educational video produced by ZF Services, LLC outlines the characteristics and common systems of vehicles in need of shock or strut replacement.
In this video, we will share with you when and why to inspect or replace a vehicles shock or struts, and the benefits of doing so.
Shocks and struts wear over time, regular checks and the replacement of them to restore a vehicles safety system to the original specifications may be necessary. A properly functioning shock or strut will control the cars handling, keep the tire in contact with the road and have a comfortable noise free ride. If you experience unsafe handling behaviors, noises or tire issues, it is suggested to inspect and or replace your ride control components. When replacing shocks or struts, it is recommended that they be replaced in pairs.
If you hear any noises such as popping, clunking or creaking when going over bumps braking or turning, this is a good indication that your upper strut mount, bearing plate or bearings are worn. The reason you may be experiencing these noises are because your components are not performing to their intended design, which is to promote smooth steering and reduce noises and vibrations.
Clunking sounds can be related to not only the strut mounts or bearings as previously stated, but also because your shocks or struts are worn or bottoming out. When the shock or strut has lost its gas pressure or have leaked out oil, the safety and performance features of your shocks and struts have been compromised. The clunking sound may also be the cause of a deteriorated bump stop.
After 50,000 miles, shocks or struts may show signs of wear, performance functions have deteriorated and the overall driving experience is not as controlled and smooth as the vehicle once was.
Excess wear on the tires or cupping of the tires, any puddles of oil on your garage floor or driveway near the wheels that is a very good indication that you have a worn or blown shock or strut.
When replacing shocks or struts, it is also recommended to inspect the bump stops and dust boots. If these items show signs of wear such as tears, cracks or deterioration of rubber, one should change these out as they are an integral part of a shock or struts lifecycle.
Your automotive part store will have a Sachs' Catalog listing the replacement part numbers based on the Vehicle's Make, Model and year. They may also have interchanges to the Original Equipment number for verification.
Sachs shock absorbers or struts are designed to meet or surpass your original equipment manufacturers specifications so you can be assured that the safety, quality, performance and comfort of your vehicle was taken into consideration when Sachs manufactured them for your application in the aftermarket.
In conclusion, when changing to your new Sachs shocks, struts and related components such as strut mounts, bearings, bump stops and dust boots with new, you should benefit from:
Like new driving characteristics and improved handling.
Better braking and vehicle control.
Reduced noises and vibrations.
Improve and extend tire tread life.
Reduced opportunities for corrosion and piston seal wear from outside factors such as salt, sand, gravel and water when replacing your dust boot.
Our intentions are to help educate you on the reasons for inspecting and changing ride control components.
Further information at www.zf.com/us/sachs