What is a Thrust Bearing and Where is It Located?

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Thrust bearings, also known as pressure bearings, specifically refer to the thrust bearings of shock absorbers, which are commonly found in MacPherson suspension systems of vehicles. Thrust bearings are installed at the top of the shock absorber, positioned between the spring and the shock absorber top mount, bearing vertical pressure while allowing free rotation. The thrust bearing of the shock absorber is located at the top of the shock absorber, together with the shock absorber top mount. Once the thrust bearing is damaged, the shock absorber top mount will also be damaged, affecting the vehicle's ride quality and driving safety. Several symptoms of thrust bearing damage include: 1. Abnormal noises from the vehicle's shock absorber during operation; 2. Slight deviation in the vehicle's steering direction, difficulty in returning to center, and weak return force; 3. Increased noise.