What Causes the Noise After Replacing Shock Absorbers?

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Shock absorber noise can generally be categorized into several situations, along with inspection methods as follows: 1. Normal wear and tear: External force damage or intermittent issues due to road conditions, weather, etc., are possible. However, if the noise is severe and affects vehicle performance, replacement is necessary. 2. Common causes of shock absorber noise: Damage to the stabilizer bar bushings or gaps in the connecting ball joints. Shock absorber oil leakage or gaps when the shock absorber is pulled apart. Simply put, without significant external force damage, the issue is likely due to wear, aging, or gaps caused by prolonged bumpy conditions. 3. Listen for sounds: The most direct method is listening, which everyone can do. At low speeds, if the tire passes over a raised area, there will be slight vibrations accompanied by a hollow sound. The noise will also sound dull. 4. Visual inspection: Check if the shock absorber is leaking oil. Without rain or car washing, look for oil on the shock absorber casing or dust cover, which is easily visible.