What are the symptoms of a broken shock absorber?
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Automobile shock absorber failure symptoms: 1. Oil leakage: Inspect the shock absorber through the wheel arch using a flashlight. If external oil leakage is observed, it indicates the shock absorber is damaged. 2. Loose chassis: When driving on bumpy roads, if the vehicle exhibits excessive bouncing or unstable swaying, this typically indicates shock absorber issues. 3. Abnormal noises: If the shock absorber produces unusual sounds while driving on rough roads, it's highly likely damaged. 4. Uneven tire wear: A damaged shock absorber causes unstable wheel vibration during driving, leading to wheel tilting. This results in severe wear on the tire portion contacting the ground while the non-contacting part remains unaffected, eventually forming uneven wear patterns. This makes vehicle driving unstable and increases bump discomfort.