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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Defending Your Volkswagen Beetle Shock Absorber and Strut Assembly against Damage
Even if you buckle up, large road bumps and potholes can still throw you off your seat. To have a comfortable ride despite driving on uneven roads, you need to have a decent Volkswagen Beetle shock absorber and strut assembly. Responsible for making your ride more comfortable, your car's shocks and strut are sturdy enough to resist winding and bumpy roads. So make sure that you keep them in stellar condition with these maintenance tips:
- Clean the shock absorber periodically.
Regularly checking on your car's shock absorber and strut assembly is one way to care for these components, but inspecting them alone is not enough. You also need to make sure that they are clean from debris and other unwanted contaminants. Using safe cleaners on the shock absorber mounting area makes all the difference. Read through the cleaning solution's label to verify if it's free of harmful chemicals to prevent damage to your vehicle. Alternatively, you can simply hose mud and filth off the the shock absorber and strut assembly to prevent them from hardening and affecting the performance of this suspension component.
- Test your car's shocks before taking your vehicle for a ride.
Since the shock absorber and strut assembly plays a vital role on your car's steering and suspension, keeping it in good condition through regular testing is important. Before going out for a ride, be sure to test the shocks and struts by pushing down on the car's front. Choose a side on the front that won't bend or get dents when you place your foot on it. Shift your weight onto that specific point and push the car down. Then quickly remove your foot and see if the car bounces and goes back to its original position. If you see that it bounces more than a few times, then this could mean that your shocks are already weak.
- Keep an eye out for signs of malfunction.
Taking a few minutes of your time to examine the shock and strut assembly is key to prolonging its lifespan. Whenever you have free time, fetch your jacks and jack stands, and get under your vehicle to inspect the component. If you see rusts, leakage, or dents in the shock tube, then you might want to bring your car to an auto body shop for repair. But if you are confident and skilled enough, then a DIY repair would better suit you.
Spending time to regularly check your Volkswagen Beetle shock absorber and strut assembly pays off when you finally get that smooth driving experience even through rugged roads. After some time, however, your shocks and strut may get damaged and lose their functionality. Experts recommend changing your shocks and strut assembly every 50,000 miles. So when it's time to replace your shocks, you might want to take a few minutes to look at these installation reminders:
Tip #1: Stay safe and use jack stands.
Always use jack stands to secure your vehicle. Avoid relying solely on jacks while performing the installation, as these can suddenly shift and trap you under your car. Since the jacks are powered by hydraulics, they can fail without any early warning. So be sure you have jack stands in place to securely hold the vehicle up while you're doing the job.
Tip #2: Remove the old struts easily by applying some WD-40 on rusted bolts.
To remove the stock Volkswagen Beetle shock absorber and strut assembly, you have to take out the bolts from the steering knuckle. This can be difficult because rust can form on the bolts over time. You can try spraying some WD-40 onto the bolts to loosen them. Hammering the knuckle a few times also helps unfasten the connection. Once loose, you can hammer directly onto the bolts. This may require some elbow grease, so make sure you have some prepared as well.
Tip #3: A spring compressor would come in handy.
If you have a spring compressor, then you should consider detaching the spring. Just be careful and secure the compressor so it doesn't damage other components nearby. You need to have enough knowledge and confidence when using it to compress the spring. If you feel that you are not familiar with operating the spring compressor, then it's best to have someone more experienced to do it.
Tip #4: Perform a final check after the installation.
Doing an overall check after everything has been put back to its original location is paramount to a successful installation of your Volkswagen Beetle shock absorber and strut assembly. You can go for a test drive to see if all the connections are good. Make sure you drive at a low speed to evaluate the car safely.
Don't go immediately into high-speed driving or in high-traffic areas because your car may still need some alignment. If you find your vehicle to be pulling sideways, you can perform alignment by taking the degree of difference and adding cams to fix the issue.
