Shocker

: Prevents the vehicle from "bottoming out" (scraping) or experiencing excessive "nose dive" during braking. Signs of Wear and Failure

: Ensures steering, road handling, and braking responses are optimal. Shocker

: Dampens oscillations and vibrations that occur when hitting road bumps. : Prevents the vehicle from "bottoming out" (scraping)

Industry experts, such as those at Monroe , suggest replacing shocks every 60,000 to 80,000 miles. Common indicators of failure include: How To Check for a Bad Shock or Strut EASY such as those at Monroe

A shock absorber is a pump-like device that controls the rebound of suspension springs by converting kinetic energy into heat, which is then dissipated into the surrounding air.