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Old 02-03-2016, 08:21 AM
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Suspension Issues

I have noticed lately when going over a bump or pothole that my rear right suspension slams harder than the rear left side. I can hear it and feel it hitting harder....... is there a way to tell if i need new struts or shocks? No service light is on, no error messages. and the impact is only felt when going over a bump or pothole, otherwise the car rides smooth.
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did you check your tire pressures?

otherwise i would leave it alone until something breaks/ wears out in a more obvious manner. a bad shock usually manifests itself in a after bump shudder as it cannot quell well the post bump wheel hop.
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Originally Posted by alx
did you check your tire pressures?

otherwise i would leave it alone until something breaks/ wears out in a more obvious manner. a bad shock usually manifests itself in a after bump shudder as it cannot quell well the post bump wheel hop.
Tire pressure is fine, but after bump shudder happens.
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Then the hydraulic part of your shock has failed.

Replace both rears
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Originally Posted by alx
Then the hydraulic part of your shock has failed.

Replace both rears
https://www.arnottindustries.com/par...83_gid841.html

is this correct?

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