2004 Oldsmobile Alero shocks and struts

2004 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
63,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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STEVENADAMS7
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my girlfrind thinks that she needs to replace hershocks and struts bt i think different. they dont seem to act different so my question is what are the signs of problems with shocks and struts. i just would like to know before she spends the money on them for nothing thank you
Jan 12, 2008 at 1:44 PM
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Probably doesn't need em.

Bounce test: Strongly press down with your hands and knee and joune the car. IT should come back up and stop.

Leaking fluid: oil leaking from the shock or strut. Minor seapages are normal.

A bouncy ride.

Now that you proved it to her, She buys dinner!
Jan 12, 2008 at 2:15 PM