Kit Includes

1x Complete Front Strut & Coil Spring Assembly - Driver Side - 171136

1x Complete Front Strut & Coil Spring Assembly - Passenger Side - 171135

 

Fitment

Make	Model	Year	Notes	Position
For kia	Optima	2006	8th digit of VIN is 3 or 4	Front
For kia	Optima	2006	Eighth Digit of VIN is 3 or 4	Front
For kia	Optima	2006 - 2010	All Trim Levels	Front
For kia	Rondo	2007 - 2011	All Trim Levels	Front

 

Bounce Reduction: Damping rods reduce body vibration and bounce by generating resistance through the flow of fluid to absorb or slow down the direct impact of energy.

 

More Stable: A new increase tire grip. By increasing the spring rate factor, the rapid vibration of the wheels is suppressed and the tires are prevented from leaving the road.

 

 

 

 

 

1.What shocks and struts do? 
They keep the tires from bouncing which causes loss of road contact and they also keep the vehicle body weight from shifting and rolling which causes a loss of vehicle control and handling. You could say that their main job is to resist both tire and vehicle body motion. When shocks and struts are working well, the vehicle maintains traction on the road and has the optimum stability in every driving condition: stopping, turning, swerving, over bumps and potholes.

 

2.Can I Drive With a Broken Strut?
A strut is a suspension component that dampens an automobile's movements and prevents it from bouncing on its springs. Struts are often expensive to replace, but driving on a broken strut is not a good idea.

 

3.Can worn shocks or struts cause my new tires to wear unevenly?
Absolutely: shocks and struts provide damping force to control tire movement. When the tires move excessively, they develop a “cupping” wear pattern that damages the tire.
Other factors such as incorrect air pressure, worn suspension components or improperly aligned steering also causes uneven tire wear.

 

4.Shall we choose to replace the normal shock absorber or the direct shock absorber assembly?
From the perspective of the difficulty of replacement, it is difficult to replace an independent shock absorber, requires professional equipment and technicians, and has a high risk factor.
From the price point of view, the individual parts of the shock absorber kit are expensive to replace, while the shock absorber assembly contains all the parts of the shock absorber system, which is cheaper than replacing all the parts of the shock absorber.

 

5.What are the benefits after replacing the shock absorber?

Buffer conveys shock to drivers and passengers in order to improve ride comfort and reduce fatigue.
Extend body life, prevent spring damage and improve braking effect.
Suppressing the rapid vibration of the wheels while driving, preventing the tires from leaving the road surface and improving the driving stability.
Improving driving stability and adjustability, effectively conveying engine deflagration pressure to the ground, so as to save fuel costs.

 

6.What happens if I do not replace worn out shocks and struts?

Tires will wear out prematurely, the vehicle becomes more difficult to stop, steer and maintain tire contact with the road. The vehicle will be difficult to control and unpleasant to drive. The ability of the driver to make emergency maneuvers and stops is compromised.

 

7.Why should I buy a complete strut assembly instead of replacing the bare strut only?

The complete strut assembly includes a new spring, strut mount, dust bellows, and bump stop.  It is about 50% faster and much safer to install a complete strut assembly compared to a bare strut.  Generally, a new strut mount, dust bellows, and bumper are needed with the bare strut replacement. So, the complete strut assembly saves time, is cheaper than the bare strut plus purchasing the replacement strut mount kit and is much safer to install.

 

8.Why should I replace complete strut assembly in PAIR?

It is generally recommended to replace shocks and struts in pairs for the front or rear of the vehicle.This practice ensures that the repair schedule for the left and ride sides are harmonized.

 

 

Precautions for replacing the shock absorber:

1. When installing a new shock absorber, you should pay attention to whether the model matches, please pay attention to the matching model list before purchasing, and confirm whether the left and right are correct.
 

2. Check the quality status of the new shock absorber, such as whether there is oil leakage in the appearance, etc., pay special attention to the surface of the piston not to be bumped.
 

3. Professional tools must be used during installation, and the shock absorber must not be forcibly installed.
 

4. Pay attention to whether the installation position between the shock absorber and the body and the car is correct.
 

5. During the assembly process, be sure to protect the surface of the piston rod, and avoid using tools to pull the piston rod or bump or scratch the piston rod, otherwise the shock absorber will leak oil.
 

6. All nuts should be new and tightened according to the specified parameters of the vehicle to ensure that the tightening torque of the connection part meets the specified parameters of the vehicle.
 

7. When tightening the nuts of the connecting part, it should be carried out in the natural state of the tire and meet the specified parameters of the vehicle.

 

 

Restore Driving Height Restore your vehicle to OE-Vehicle drive Quality and Height, after replacing the new assembly, the body will be little higher than before and it is normal because previous struts were worn and maybe leaked, it will recover after driving for a period of time.	Ensure Driving Security The complete strut&coil spring assembly will help to maintain a proper ride height, shorten the braking distance, increase tire grip, and alleviate and control the vibration of the vehicle body during driving, especially on a bumpy road and when steering to reduce the risk of side-over risk, thus improving the driving stability, security and experience.	Reliable Performance Replacing these worn shocks and struts can improve the vehicle's handling characteristics and comfort. The vehicle can better handle emergencies and ensure safe driving when driving under severe road/environmental conditions.	Protect Suspension Parts and Tires The reduced friction and vibration brought by good strut&coil spring assembly can well-protect the other suspension parts, avoiding damage to tires due to the worn-out struts.