Shocks and struts not only keep a car’s ride stable, but they also keep it safe. Check whether these suspension parts are covered under warranties.

Instead, you should have a qualified automotive mechanic check your shock absorbers and struts when your vehicle is on a lift, such as when you have tires rotated.

Different types of cars have different types of suspensions. Most car owners have heard the term “strut,” but may not be clear as to what exactly the struts on a vehicle are or what they do.