Do I need an alignment after replacing rear shocks?

Do I need an alignment after replacing rear shocks?

You will not need another wheel alignment with just a rear shock change. The only time you need a new alignment is when you mess with the geometry of the suspension.

What happens if you don’t replace shocks?

Shocks and struts wear out over time as your vehicle accumulates mileage. When they fail, the results can be dangerous. Replacing shocks and struts can improve stopping performance as well as increase vehicle stability and driver control. But they do wear out over time as the miles accumulate on your vehicle.

Is it dangerous to drive with bad shocks?

The most common breakages and their effects. Flat tire: Yes, tires are part of the suspension, and no, you can't safely drive more than a short distance with a flat. Never drive a car with a broken shock absorber at highway speeds and avoid sudden turns or stops; in the long run, a broken shock will need to be replaced

How do you know when to replace shocks?

On the road, if you find that your car bounces around a lot, has a hard time holding a turn or is affected by crosswinds, you may need new shocks. The “bounce test” requires some effort. Go to one corner of the car and push down. When you let go, the car should bounce up, then settle back to at-rest height.

Can you just replace rear shocks?

It's not necessary, but it's usually recommended to replace them in pairs, for example, both front struts or both rear shocks. However, if your car is not very old, replacing only one strut or shock absorber may be enough, since the opposite side is not worn out yet.

How do you check shocks by hand?

In general, a shock absorber should last at least 50,000 miles before you need to have it replaced. However, the real determining factor is where you drive and how you drive. For instance, if you do a lot of off-road driving, or spend a lot of time on dirt roads, your shocks will wear out much more quickly.