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Do KYB strut mounts come with the bearings?
Many KYB strut mounts do come with the bearing, but only where the strut mount is also the steering pivot. The bearing is a wear...
How do I know if a strut can be rebuilt?
Struts cannot be refilled or rebuilt. However, some struts have a replaceable cartridge. These repairable struts can be identified by a large hexagonal-shaped nut at...
Can worn shocks or struts cause new tires to wear unevenly?
Yes. Shocks and struts provide a damping force to control tire movement. When the tires move excessively, they develop a ‘cupping’ wear pattern that damages...
Nissan Maxima installation procedure
After inserting the upper mounting studs into the vehicle mounting holes, the lower mount bolt may not align because the upper studs sit at a...
Don’t add fluids when replacing a KYB cartridge-style strut
Mechanics sometimes find the strut body filled with fluid when replacing a cartridge. Do not add water, oil, or any other liquids inside the strut...
What do shocks and struts do?
Many people believe that their shocks or struts absorb the energy from bumps or potholes. But that is actually the job of the vehicle’s springs...
What’s the difference between KYB GR-2 and KYB Excel-G?
These products are identical, except for their names and paint colors. KYB sells products throughout the world. Some part numbers fit vehicles from various countries...
Length differences during installation
Due to length differences between OE and aftermarket units, it may be necessary to slightly raise the axle or suspension during installation to attach the...
