Shocks and Struts Service Video

Shocks and struts are the hydraulic dampers that control how your suspension responds when the wheels move over the road. Shocks damp spring motion at each corner, while struts combine that damping job with a structural role in the suspension itself.

This video walks through where the units mount on the vehicle and what a tired damper looks like once the seal starts to weep oil down the body. Inside, a piston forces hydraulic fluid through small valves, converting bump energy into heat so the springs settle quickly instead of bouncing.

Worn units usually make themselves known in ways an attentive driver notices first. The front of your vehicle may dip more than usual when braking, and the body may continue bouncing after driving over a dip. You may also notice cupped or uneven tire wear on the front or rear tires.

Around Cape Girardeau, MO, winter road salt corrodes the shock body and shaft, tearing the seal until fluid leaks past the piston. An inspection checks each unit for leakage, bushing condition, and mount play, then confirms the ride behavior against what the vehicle should feel like.

When testing confirms the dampers are the problem, our shocks and struts replacement service covers the full repair scope. Drivers around Jackson and Scott City bring their vehicles to us for suspension work.

If the ride has gone soft or the tires are wearing unevenly, call Parks Automotive at (573) 335-2599, or visit Parks Automotive in Cape Girardeau to schedule an inspection.