Shock absorber
Also asked for as: shock, shocks, strut
What it does
Damps spring movement so the tyres stay on the road.
Signs it needs replacing
- Car keeps bouncing after a bump
- Oil leaking down the shock body
- Nose dives under braking
What to tell the shop
- Vehicle make, model and model year
- Engine size, and whether it is manual or automatic
- The number printed on the old part, or a photo of it
- Whether you want genuine, OEM or a local replacement