How Long Does It Take to Replace Shock Absorbers?
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On average, shock absorbers need to be replaced when a car has traveled 20,000 kilometers per year, and they should be replaced in pairs, resulting in a replacement frequency of once every four years. In reality, the replacement frequency may vary depending on different vehicle conditions, road conditions, and shock absorber manufacturers. Shock absorbers serve two main functions for a car: 1. Dampening vibrations transmitted to the vehicle body due to uneven road surfaces or poor driving conditions, maintaining smoothness and ride comfort. 2. Quickly eliminating vibrations in the axles and wheels caused by the road surface, ensuring that the wheels maintain grip at all times, thereby guaranteeing the vehicle's steering and braking functions and improving driving safety.
I just had my car's shock absorbers replaced, and the whole process took about an hour and a half. It was done at a roadside repair shop, and the mechanic was quite skilled—no waiting in line, just removing the old parts and installing the new ones. The car is an ordinary family sedan, and only the two front wheels were replaced; the rear wheels were still in good condition and left untouched. If both front and rear had been replaced, it probably would have taken over two hours. After the replacement, driving feels noticeably smoother—before, going over speed bumps felt like bouncing on a trampoline, but now it's much more comfortable. I recommend paying attention to any unusual bouncing in your car and getting it checked out if something feels off. Don’t wait until it breaks completely, as the repair costs will be much higher then.
