Will replacing one shock absorber have any impact?

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CadenDella
07/30/25 5:03am
Replacing one shock absorber will have an impact. The functions of a shock absorber are: 1. To suppress the vibration deformation absorbed by the spring and the oscillation during the spring rebound; 2. To absorb the impact force from the road surface, improving the ride comfort and handling of the car. Methods to check if the shock absorber is working properly include: 1. If the shock absorber does not get sufficiently hot when the car is driven on poor road conditions, it indicates the shock absorber is not working; 2. Press down hard on the bumper and then release it—if the car bounces 2 to 3 times, it indicates the shock absorber is working well; 3. If the car vibrates violently when braking sharply at a slow speed, it indicates there is a problem with the shock absorber.
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