Suspension, Shocks & Struts Suspension work can be some of the most difficult jobs on a vehicle.

A smooth, relaxing trip may be out of your shock and struts’ hands — but not their control. At Eagle Transmission and Auto Care of Addison, we examine and fix or replace shocks struts, springs, and other parts to get you smooth riding stability.

If your car bounces, sways in turns or the nose dives when you hit the brakes, get your suspension checked. Our team of factory-trained technicians will find the problem and fix it — in-house and hassle-free.

What Do Shocks & Struts Do?

Struts and shocks team up with your springs and arms to:

Rubber on the pavement
Smooth bumps, dips, and pavement shifts
Limit the slide of your car while braking and turning
Stop the excess bounce, sway and sag weight transfer
Improve ride comfort and handling

Not every car has both shocks and struts — many have either one or the other. Whatever the configuration, they must be in fine fettle for handling and braking.

How to Tell That Your Shocks or Struts are Worn

These broken or worn suspension parts make the biggest change in the way your vehicle handle and feel on the road. Common symptoms include:

Excessive bouncing over bumps
Uneven tire wear
Nose-diving when braking
Swaying or rolling in turns
Car wobbles in the freeway
What that fluid leaking out of a shock or strut does.
Noises or knocks on rough roads

When you have observed any of these symptoms, your car needs a suspension check.

How We Diagnose Suspension Issues

At our Addison store we feature complete suspension diagnostics:

Ride feel, Handling: Road test

Shocks and struts up close view mounts and bushings
Inspection for Leaks, Damage, and Wear
Height measurement and spring compression
Checking and matching tire wear readings for potential alignment problems

We’ll provide clear explanations of what we have discovered and a written estimate before any work is done.

Our Suspension Repair Services

We may suggest, based on the make of your car and the problem:

New Shocks or Struts (each, in pairs)
If new strut mounts or bearings are being installed
The installation process For replacing coil or leaf springs
Replacing ball joints, sway bar links, or bushings
Realigning wheels after suspension repair
Lubricating suspension pivot points

We utilize our experience on a daily basis, committed to providing the highest standard of customer service and high-quality products to deliver an equal or better OE part.

How Often Should Shocks & Struts Be Replaced?

Shock and strut replacement is necessary for a safe & smooth drive Most shocks, struts and springs wear out gradually over time What is the ideal shock or strut replacement interval? encoreprotect.com/sb-shocks Recommended Shock And Strut Service Schedule Make it easy G • Drive in starting at least 30 mph gage nize Hidden Effects Sainta ros San Francisco Napa eveland jossleysJanerezian ViBeagleDogs This page outlines the recommended intervals for shock and strut service. How Long Do Shocks and Struts Last Overall!

Driving conditions (out of doors and through the hills wears them out faster)
Load capacity and towing habits
How much and how hard you drive
Manufacturer recommendations

Its a good idea to also have them checked — even if you’re not experiencing noticeable symptoms yet.” If your car is over 60,000 miles and it has never been replaced, and feels “mushy,” then you need to replace your brakes.

Ride Comfort vs. Safety

While many people think of shocks and struts as comfort features, they actually play a big role in vehicle safety:

Help maintain proper tire contact with the road
Prevent uneven braking or swerving
Improve emergency maneuver stability
Protect other components from excess vibration and wear

Replacing worn shocks improves how your car handles in real-world driving, especially during rain, emergency stops, or sudden lane changes.

Vehicles We Service

We replace suspension components on a wide range of vehicles, including:

Cars, trucks, and SUVs
Domestic and foreign makes
Front-wheel, rear-wheel, and all-wheel drive
Older vehicles with traditional shocks
Newer vehicles with strut assemblies
Performance suspensions and off-road setups

If you're unsure what your vehicle uses, we’ll identify it during the inspection.

Why Choose Eagle Transmission Addison?

Addison drivers trust us for suspension repairs because:

We provide full inspections with every estimate
All work is completed in-house — no outsourcing
Our technicians are trained in ride control and suspension systems
We use quality parts and provide warranty coverage
We’re locally owned, and we treat every vehicle like our own

We’ll never sell you something you don’t need — and we’ll help you prioritize what’s most important if your car needs multiple services.