Old shock absorber was only 5 years old and covered only 76000 miles.
Shock absorber was removed from a 2018 VW Crafter Van LWB.
Replacing these worn components will restore the ride control and handling the vehicle demonstrated when it was new. It also means longer tire wear. New shocks and struts also help reduce potential wear of other steering and truck, SUV or car suspension components.
Shocks and struts in good condition help your car handle bumps, debris, sudden stops, swerving, potholes, wind gusts or sharp turns. They control the side-to-side, front-to-back and up-and-down shifts of the car’s weight to keep your tires in contact with the road and you in control of your vehicle.
They also:
Maintain your tire’s contact with the road.
Prevent your tires and wheels from moving up and down too much.
Contribute to stability as you accelerate, stop and turn.
Add to ride comfort by absorbing jolts and bumpiness from irregular road surfaces.
Help control a vehicle’s body movement (side-to-side roll, bouncing).
Promote even wear for longer tire life.
