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What's the difference between front vs. rear shocks?
I’m teaching myself how to repair cars so I can try and save money in the future by not going to a mechanic. One question I have right now is: what’s the difference between front vs. rear shocks?
Claire Beaney · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Being able to fix your own car is a fantastic way to save money!
To answer your question, rear shocks are a structural part of the vehicle suspension system, and front shocks aren’t.
The rear shock is an important part of the vehicle’s steering system, and it has a big impact on how the vehicle is aligned. There is a coil spring inside a rear shock or strut that makes the car’s steering system move.
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