Front strut replacement instructions ?

2005 DODGE STRATUS
4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
DRCOOLBEANS
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
In the picture I've attached you can see the two cracked pieces on my suspension. I am looking at having a local garage fix it, but I would like to buy the parts myself beforehand. Could someone help me identify what these are and approximately how much I'm looking at to fix it?

I found out about the issue when out of nowhere I experienced a horrendous shake in the rear passenger side and did some investigation.

Also, is it safe to continue to drive on this? If so, how far? I've heard from a couple of friends that I can, but they are by no means professionals.

Thanks!
Jun 17, 2014 at 12:13 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
KASEKENNY
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 18,907 POSTS
This is the strut mount and if it were me, I would replace the entire assembly while you are there. That strut and spring don't look that great either so an assembly will be much easier and ensure you don't have to remove the assembly again.

Here is a guide that will help with this replacement:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-shock-absorber

Below you will find the process from the manual that will give the detail that you need to complete this.

Please let us know if you have other questions. thanks
Jul 10, 2021 at 7:37 PM