Suspension

Suspension components control wheel movement, absorb road impacts, and maintain tire contact with the road surface while supporting your vehicle's weight and providing steering stability.

Common suspension failure symptoms include excessive bouncing after bumps, nose diving during braking, body roll in turns, uneven tire wear patterns, clunking or squeaking noises over bumps, and vehicle pulling to one side while driving.

This category includes shock absorbers, suspension struts, coil springs, control arms, ball joints, sway bar links, bushings, and wheel bearings that work together to provide ride comfort and handling control.

Choose OE-specification parts for proper fit and performance. Replace worn shocks and struts in pairs, and consider complete suspension kits when multiple components show wear to ensure balanced performance and extend component life.

How does the suspension system control ride and handling?

Shock absorbers and struts dampen spring oscillations while springs support vehicle weight. Control arms and ball joints allow wheels to move up and down while maintaining proper alignment geometry for steering control.

What symptoms indicate suspension components need replacement?

Watch for excessive bouncing after hitting bumps, nose diving when braking hard, vehicle leaning excessively in turns, uneven or rapid tire wear, and metallic clunking sounds when driving over rough surfaces.

Should suspension parts be replaced individually or in sets?

Replace shocks and struts in axle pairs to maintain balanced damping. When control arm bushings fail, inspect the entire arm for wear and replace ball joints if they show play or damage.