Can Car Shock Absorbers Be Adjusted to Be Softer?

[LeValeria]

Currently, car shock absorbers cannot be adjusted for softness or hardness. Here are specific methods to determine if the shock absorber springs are faulty: 1. Listen for sounds: When driving on rough roads, if you hear heavy impact noises from the car, and the more uneven the road, the more pronounced these sounds become, especially if they originate from the tire area, it indicates that the shock absorber may be faulty or no longer functioning properly. 2. Check for oil leaks: Observe whether there is any oil leakage. If the surface of the shock absorber is dry and clean, it is in normal condition. However, if you notice oil seeping from the top of the shock absorber, it suggests that the internal hydraulic oil may be leaking from the piston rod. Oil leakage indicates that the shock absorber is no longer functioning correctly and requires repair. 3. Observe the body's bounce: When the car is parked by the roadside, press down on one side of the car's tire with your body and quickly release. If the car bounces up and down with elasticity, the shock absorber is functioning normally. If the car only moves up and down without bouncing back after several repetitions, it means the shock absorber has failed.