UPC / GTIN
707773521847 / 00707773521847
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Coil Over Springs Included
No
Compressed Length
15.82<br />402
FAQ - Answer 1
Yes. Although shocks and struts perform a similar function, they vary greatly in their design. The major difference between shocks and struts is that a strut is a structural part of the vehicles suspension system where a shock is not. A strut is also a crucial part of the vehicles steering system and greatly affects alignment angles.
FAQ - Answer 2
Yes. You should have your vehicle aligned if you are replacing your vehicle's struts. However, it is not necessary to get your vehicle aligned when replacing your vehicle's shocks unless there was a previous issue.
FAQ - Answer 3
Yes. It is important to choose the correct shock or strut for your vehicle model and year, as well as for the location in the vehicle.
FAQ - Question 1
Is there a difference between a shock and a strut?
FAQ - Question 2
Should I have my vehicle aligned after replacing my shocks or struts?
FAQ - Question 3
Do I need different shocks for front, rear, left, or right applications?
Features & Benefits - Bullet 1
Helps absorb and dampen road input into your vehicle's suspension
Features & Benefits - Bullet 2
GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle's original factory component
Features & Benefits - Bullet 3
Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
Features & Benefits - Bullet 4
Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function
Fully Open Length (mm)
630mm
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 1
Ball joints and other suspension components
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 2
Brakes
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 3
Tires
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Header
Your vehicle's shocks slowly deteriorate over time, though this wear is normally difficult to detect. Worn shocks can also cause additional wear to other vehicle components, so to maximize your vehicle's ride comfort, it is recommended to inspect your vehicle's shocks every year. Be sure to always refer to your Vehicle Owner's manual for additional vehicle maintenance practices. Potentially affected components include but are not limited to:
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 1
Leaking oil or wetness along the body of the shock or strut
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 2
Broken mounts
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 3
Broken, damaged, or missing mounting hardware
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 4
Dented reservoir tube
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 5
Bent or scratched piston rod
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 6
Cupped tire wear
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 7
Damaged spring seat, spring, and spring isolator
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Header
To inspect your shocks to gauge wear, check for:
Shock Absorber Body End Measuring Point
Center Eye
Shock Absorber Rod End Measuring Point
Center Eye
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 1
Vehicle has 'acceleration squat'
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 2
Vehicle does not sit level
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 3
Vehicle steering pulls
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 1
Your ride is harsh, bumpy or shaky
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 2
Your vehicle bounces excessively
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 3
Your vehicle leans or sways while turning
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 4
Your vehicle bottoms out
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Header
It could be time to replace your shocks if, when driving on a surface with bumps and/or dips:
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 3 - Bullet 1
You notice fluid leakage from your vehicle's shocks
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 3 - Bullet 2
Your vehicle's shocks have dented or heavily scratched housings or mounts
Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 3 - Header
Uneven patches of wear on the edges of your tire can be a sign of weak ride control (shocks or struts). This wear, called cupping, appears as scalloped dips around the surface of the tread. Other signs it could be time to replace your shocks or struts include but are not limited to:
Travel Length
8.97<br />228
