Steering and Suspension Services
Improve your vehicle’s control by having new shocks or struts put by an ASE-certified automotive mechanic near you. Last year, our specialists at Aladdin replaced over 550,000 shocks and struts.
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Aladdin Suspension and Steering System Evaluation
Worn shocks and struts can alter how your wheels interact with the road. This can result in severe swaying, hydroplaning, deterioration of performance, and reduced road control and holding. If your car isn’t handling as well as it used to, have one of our experienced technicians near you inspect the shocks or struts.
Features
- An ASE-Certified Aladdin expert evaluated the steering and suspension components, offering a list of suspension repair suggestions with price estimates.
Service Package for Shocks and Struts
A shock or strut has a lifespan of around 50,000 kilometers. Your vehicle’s shocks and struts will have cycled more than 85 million times over that time. If your vehicle’s suspension has more than 50,000 miles on it, consider replacing the components.
Features
- An ASE-certified Aladdin technician performs a thorough suspension system evaluation.
- Shock and/or Strut Installation (Product not included — pricing varies by brand, year, make, and model).
Shock and Strut Replacement Service Package
The life of a shock or strut is roughly 50,000 miles. In that period, your vehicle’s shocks and struts will have cycled more than 85 million times. If your vehicle has more than 50,000 miles on its suspension, consider having the components replaced.
Features
- Thorough suspension system evaluation performed by an ASE-certified Pep Boys technician
- Installation of Shock and/or Strut \(Product not included – price depends on brand, year, make model\)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are car shocks and struts and what do they do?
Shocks are hydraulic pump-like devices that aid in the regulation of your vehicle’s springs and suspension’s impact and rebound movement. Shocks assist your vehicle is coming to a complete stop. New shocks or struts can help you stop up to ten feet faster while also improving vehicle stability and driver control.
What is the difference between a car shock and a strut?
A shock is a self-contained damping device that is often mounted near the vehicle’s wheel. The shock is attached to the vehicle’s chassis on one end and the differential housing on the other. It’s a hydraulic system. A strut works on the same hydraulic principle as a shock, with the key difference being that it also includes the vehicle’s suspension spring and spring seats. A strut is joined to the chassis at its top and, in most cases, to the lower control arm at its bottom.
What are the common warning signs that my shocks or struts need to be replaced?
- Leaking fluid from the shock or strut body
- Dented or damaged shock or strut bodies
- Broken or worn mounts or bushings
- Tire wear is cupped and irregular.
- During turns, the vehicle sways or leans.
- Excessive bouncing following a road bump
- A difficult, rough, or unstable ride
- Steering is jerky or produces noise.
***Servicing a hybrid vehicle usually requires removal of trunk access panel for power supply access, shut off and reconnection
A shop supply fee will be an additional charge (except in NY and CA) of 9.99% up to $35.00. Each individual work order will identify and apply any applicable shop supply charge.