How do you replace shocks and struts on a Toyota Camry?

How do you replace shocks and struts on a Toyota Camry?

Replace the Rear Struts in a Camry

1. Pop the hood and disconnect the negative battery cable with a wrench.
2. Disconnect any sensors or brackets from the strut and remove the stabilizer bar link nut midway down.
3. Pull the strut out and compress the spring.
4. Position the strut to the frame and install the upper mounting nuts.

Does a Toyota Camry have shocks or struts?

Camry shocks and strut assemblies are available individually or in sets of two to fourteen units.

How much does it cost to replace all 4 shocks?

A typical shock and strut replacement can set you back anywhere between $450 and $1,100 on parts and labor combined. An individual shock and strut assembly costs around $150 to $900, while estimated labor costs for replacing a shock and strut assembly can range anywhere from $150 to $300 per assembly.

How much does it cost to have shocks replaced?

The Best in Auto Repair The average cost for suspension shock or strut assembly replacement is between $736 and $778. Labor costs are estimated between $160 and $201 while parts are priced at $577.

How often should shocks be replaced?

between every 50,000 to 100,000 miles

How do you know if shock absorbers are good?

The usual way to test a shock absorber is to push down on a corner of the vehicle a few times to get it to bounce and then stop pushing and see how much it continues to bounce before stopping. A good shock absorber should stop the bouncing right away.

Do shocks need primed?

Yes. Since most shock absorbers are stored on their side prior to installation, priming the unit before the installation is recommended. To prime the unit, you should hold it up-right and vertical, then cycle the unit by fully compressing and extending the unit 2 to 3 times.

What happens if shocks are too short?

If the extended length of the shock absorber is too short it will “top-out” and reduce the extended travel. Damage to the upper and lower shock mounts. Damage to the cylinder head and the unit may leak oil.

How do you store shocks?

How to store the shock absorbers?

1. Do not store the shock absorbers in upright position.
2. Always store them in flat position.

How good are Monroe shocks?

The Monroe Load Shock Absorbers are best utilized at hauling and towing heavy loads up to 1,100 pounds, a feature we found extremely useful. One issue is you may end up getting a lot of noise out of these shocks when driving. While it isn’t anything that will impact how they handle, it can be annoying.

Are Gabriel shocks better than Monroe?

The main differences between Gabriel vs Monroe are: Gabriel shocks and struts tend to ride firmer, whereas Monroe shocks often provide a smoother drive. Gabriel models do better off-road, whereas Monroe shocks and struts are usually more suited to highway driving.