Question 1

Front shock absorber replacement

Accepted Answer

Your shock absorbers are part of the suspension system that smoothes out the bumpiness of an uneven road to provide you with a comfortable ride.A shock absorber is a gas or oil filled tube that is compressed by a piston to dissipate kinetic energy and regulate the rebounding your car will suffer when driving over potholed, bumpy or uneven ground.

Question 2

What does a front shock absorber do?

Accepted Answer

Our efficient and fully qualified mechanics will examine or test-drive your car to establish the cause of the problem.
Wherever required, a shock absorber will be replaced, and you’ll be advised of any other connected or associated problems arising from its malfunction.
You will also be advised of any other parts that may need to be replaced for the best operation and health of your vehicle.
Once the faulty shock absorber has been replaced, our mechanics will test it thoroughly to ensure the correct running of the new part and make any adjustments required for its premium operation.

Question 3

What happens when we replace your shock absorbers?

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A shock absorber will fail to operate correctly if the fluid leaks. This can be due to poor or damaged seals.A shock absorber will also fail to function properly if it becomes damaged, bent or broken due to continual wear, general use or accident damage.Smaller internal parts are likely to wear out in time and cause the improper operation of the complete component.

Question 4

What causes a shock absorber to stop working correctly?

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If your car is bouncing excessively and providing uncomfortable ride quality, then there’s a good chance your shock absorbers aren’t operating correctly.

Question 5

Symptoms of a malfunctioning front shock absorber

Accepted Answer

When driving around corners or over uneven ground and the car feels unstable then your suspension could be damaged.

Question 6

Excessive bouncing and an uncomfortable ride

Accepted Answer

If driving over humps, sleeping policemen or raised road elements causes problems, your shock absorbers could be damaged.

Question 7

The car feels unstable

Accepted Answer

If you notice puddles of oil-like fluid on the road around your wheels, your shock absorbers could be leaking.

Question 8

Driving over humps is difficult

Accepted Answer

In circumstances when your tyres lose contact with the road going over bumpy surfaces, sharp bridges or raised ground, your suspension isn’t working properly.

Question 9

If you spot signs of leaking

Accepted Answer

You can expect shock absorbers to last at least 50k miles. Your owner’s manual may specify a different mileage or duration, as this figure is only a guideline. You should also have your shock absorbers checked after heavy contact with potholes, curbs or large rocks in the road.

Question 10

If your wheels leave the ground

Accepted Answer

Car suspension is a common reason for MOT failures. Broken or faulty shock absorbers, including oil leaks, will be a definite fail for an MOT.

Question 11

How often should shock absorbers need replacing?

Accepted Answer

The typical cost of replacing a condenser varies between £200 and £250.For example, an Audi A1 S Line would have a dealer price of £255.23, yet Fixter will carry out the same work for only £206—a 19% saving!Changing the front shock absorber in a Fiat 500l Pop Star will cost you £268.06 with your dealer, but only £216.00 with Fixter—another superb saving of 19%!When you choose Fixter to find you a great deal and a premium mechanic to carry out your front shock absorber replacement, you can expect to save around £40 from an average dealer price. That’s a typical saving in the region of 15–20%.

Question 12

Symptoms of a malfunctioning shock absorber

Accepted Answer

If your car is providing uncomfortable ride quality and is bouncing excessively, it could be that your shock absorbers aren’t operating correctly. Also, any puddles of oil-like fluid on the road around your wheels could be escaping from leaking shock absorbers.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
Volkswagen Golf V	£380	£290 - £354	£58
Peugeot 308 CC	£430	£331 - £404	£62
BMW X2	£709	£495 - £605	£159
Mazda Xedos 9	£490	£368 - £449	£82
Ford Transit Custom	£500	£360 - £440	£100
Ford Tourneo Connect	£468	£380 - £464	£46
Audi RS5 Coupe	£690	£497 - £607	£138
Chevrolet Spark	£466	£359 - £439	£67
BMW 4 Series Cabriolet	£647	£530 - £647	£59
Fiat 500C	£426	£302 - £369	£91
Volkswagen Golf V	£380	£290 - £354	£58
Peugeot 308 CC	£430	£331 - £404	£62
BMW X2	£709	£495 - £605	£159
Mazda Xedos 9	£490	£368 - £449	£82
Ford Transit Custom	£500	£360 - £440	£100

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