First, it's important to note that there's no fixed standard for shock absorber replacement. It depends primarily on the following factors:
Vehicle usage frequency (average daily mileage)
Road conditions (smooth city roads/bumpy rural roads)
Driving habits (gentle driving/aggressive cornering)
Load (frequently fully loaded/lightly loaded)
Based on industry experience, we offer the following recommendations:
Regular maintenance interval: 80,000-120,000 km (whichever comes first)
Special road condition recommendations: If driving on bumpy roads for extended periods, the recommended interval is 60,000-80,000 km.
Intuitive diagnosis: Immediate inspection is required if the following conditions occur:
Abnormal vehicle bouncing when going over speed bumps
Noticeable increase in body roll when cornering
Irregular tire wear
Signs of oil leaks on the shock absorber housing
It is recommended that a technician inspect the shock absorber condition at every service, especially after mileage exceeds 50,000 km. It's important to note that shock absorber performance degradation directly affects:
Breaking distance (during emergency braking)
Tire life
Load on other suspension system components
