What’s the difference between shocks and struts? 

Shocks are individual components, and while it wouldn’t be safe or comfortable, you could remove shocks from a vehicle and still drive it. Struts are an integrated assembly that combines the shock absorber and coil spring and serves as a suspension pivot point. If you removed the struts, a car would collapse and be undrivable. Compared to shocks, struts are usually more complex, expensive, and require a wheel alignment after replacement. 

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How do I know if I need new shocks?

One of the most common questions we get asked is, “Do I need new shocks?” or “How do I know…

Can vehicles equipped with electronic or air suspension be converted to use standard gas shocks or struts?

Yes, KYB offers conversion units for some vehicles. Check whether your year/make/model is covered in our online catalog.

Are there any differences between KYB shocks & struts manufactured in the US vs other countries (such as Japan)?

No. All KYB products are designed at the KYB world R&D offices, and every KYB manufacturing plant then builds each…

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.…

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…