When Should You Replace Toyota Struts and Shocks? And How to Do It!
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- Опубліковано 29 тра 2024
- A Toyota Specialist shares when should you replace your Toyota Struts and Shocks.
I see so many shops recommending Toyota struts to be replaced around 50k miles without a reason. This is incorrect. You only replace your struts when there's a big enough leak or you have a concern.
In this video I will share with you the entire process of replacing a strut on Toyota and Lexus cars.
Hope this helps one of you.
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0:00 Intro
0:37 How to Inspect Your Struts
2:44 Strut Removal
8:45 Strut Disassembly
16:54 Strut Reassembly
25:17 Strut Installation
27:40 Things You Need To Know - Авто та транспорт
This is the best Toyota care and maintenance channel bar none. It not only discusses and shows "the how" to do something, but "the why" behind a repair. Thanks!
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Totally agree.
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Yes very impormative
Absolutely. It's a gold mine and keeps my 2008 Highlander Hybrid with 305K in "Rusty-land"😄going!
Woking at a dealer i can truly appreciate that you’re an honest mechanic. Not many out there .
This is one of the main reasons I do a lot of DIY on my own vehicles.
The work of a (truly) "professional" mechanic is totally worth the money, but often, you have no way of knowing for sure what you're getting.
Whenever I have a mechanic I trust, I usually bring everything to them. But when that's not available, I'd rather do it myself. It's a headache, but at least I have the peace of mind of knowing that the job was done right.
Lol i constantly get cars in at 15-20k miles dealer says needs brakes they look new
Scooty Kilmer is also a great also
@@benino1scotty Kilmer is good. He was the OG of youtube mechanics, but his videos are a bit too unorganized and he speaks all over the place. If you have a Toyota, this is the best channel
@@qpeocnplus Scotty has too many click baits. I used to watch him but stopped for your exact reasons
Why i always enjoy every second of this guy videos? His concerns, his style, his truthful, his well versed and most of all he speaks from his heart.
A lot of Toyota techs are like that they take care of there customers
Hi AMD, Do you recommend torquing the strut top nut ?
@@nirjitcheema9770 - The only time I've ever taken my 1998 Camry to the local dealer was to have the inside driver's door handle replaced. The total cost of the repair job and door handle was just north of $300!
Later when I got back home, I found that I could have ordered an OEM handle for just short of $20...
But once again, I had to remind myself that I often told my customers in the land mobile radio service business that, they aren't necessarily paying me for what I do to fix their problems, it is what I know HOW to do!
@@nirjitcheema9770 /:
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Im late for work, don't even own a car and yet I'm watching this video til the end
Some of the things I continually admire about your videos are the clarity in directionsm the cautions and suggestions that you make as you instruct. Your delivery is informative and caring to the degree that it makes what you say quite personal, at least to me. To have that quality in an instructor is pretty rare. Thank you.
In our shop, we’ve been using KYB struts for years. KYB is an OE supplier to Toyota/Lexus. Some models have a “strut plus” that comes with a new spring, mount and boot. We’ve never had a failure of any KYB struts or shocks. On occasion, we also use OE struts/shocks whenever KYBs are unavailable.
Why not
Never knew this, glad you did!
where is your shop at?
I also replaced my Corolla struts with KYB struts.
is there a big price difference between oem and kyb?
AMD is honest and puts the customer first. Every 5000 miles, my Toyota dealer recommended replacing "leaking" front struts. I refused the work for years because the struts were misting, not leaking. Misting is normal and helps extend life of the upper seal. The worn struts did not make noise or lose damping. When oil streaking appeared on one strut, I replaced both struts with OEM parts at 118,000 miles.
The unscrupulous dealer probably sprayed oil on the strut. Toyota struts are barely broken in at that mileage and will outlast the body of the car.
@@user-tb7rn1il3q I think it's possible..... but would be very dishonest on part of the dealer. I like to think that majority of people are good.
I had ck engine light p0012 and disappearing coolant 113000 miles, and dealer scams me with $700 worth of struts, on top of everything. No senior discounts, but definately senior rip offs.
I’m at 300,000 Kms on my 2019 Corolla Hatchback, still on factory suspension no issues; but I’m expecting that to change soon which is why I’m watching this video.
@@TechWiz1983 Attempting to resolve issues with dealership, serv Mgr to discuss with corporate, get back to me tomorrow. Sequence of repairs to selling struts when engine troubles. Hopefully, will resolve issues amicably.
I replaced all four struts on my 2004 Corolla with KYB quick struts. It now rides better than new. KYB is OEM equipment on my 2004 Corolla.
This guy is a teacher, and a good one.
Thank you for pre spraying the rusted nuts before removing i'm an old school mechanic and never see anyone do this anymore.Great video as always thank you
I live in the Pacific Northwest and always am appalled when I watch videos of work being done on Rust Belt cars. I have owned more than 50 cars and have never encountered any significant rust of any sort, regardless of the manufacturer. My fleet at the moment includes everything from a 1960 International dump truck to two 2000 Volvo wagons, a 2000 Land Rover, commercial mowers and two Japanese tractors, and not a one has rust that interferes with underside work. I pity the mechanics who have to deal with it.
@@thardyryll If he was smart he'd re-assemble with Never Seize. It totally eliminates rust problems in threaded fasteners.
@@maplebones True -- but the problem isn't reassembly, it's getting the thing apart in the first place.
Great instructional video. Thanks for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and experience.
The CCN Channel - one of the few channels I watch in 100% entirety.
Ps - I absolutely love Toyota
When you want to know the CORRECT WAY - watch this man.!!!
In addition to being a competent and experienced mechanic, you do a fantastic job with your videos explaining thoroughly and concisely. I especially look forward to the maintenance videos on your wife's new GX 460 as I have a new-to-me 2015 GX.
ayyye, your conciseness and knowledgeable aspect has gotten you a subscriber🤙👍👍👍
I've used KYB on every car I've owned where I've replaced struts and shocks. They are the best aftermarket brand for these types of parts.
As long as they don't cause a stiffer (aka "sportier") ride. I hate more road feel as it's often endearingly called.
And actually come from the factory on Toyota. Different build quality, but for the difference in price, an excellent product.
AMD, Another great video. Quick question, do I need to get an alignment after replacing front struts on a Lexus Rx400h? Thank you.
@@robthompson343 yes. Just did it with a KYB too. Car is pulling to the right and shaking a bit. Def need an alignment done.
195,000 miles 4runner SR5 V6. changed the struts and shocks but the rear springs still going strong. Toyota quality.
Smooth camera work doing that continuous switch from the right side strut to the left strut, including the zoom out and zoom back in. Kudos to the camera operator.
Glad for this video. My 2002 Highlander with 270,000 miles has the original struts/shocks all around. They aren't leaking, no noise and no excessive "bounce".
Hi, probably the best video I have seen on strut change. I live in Northern Scotland, where we have very well salted roads in winter. Rust is always a problem on cars once they get to about six years old. For sway bar links, I always soak the nuts 2- 3 days before trying to remove them. I always use a good quality key, after clearing out the socket fitting, combined with a six point ring spanner. It is a pleasure to see a true professional at work. Keep the videos coming!
Watching these video's I appreciate living in Australia, no salt or rust, only sharks😅.
Put NeverSeize grease on every bolt you come across.
Now, THIS is a real treat! I have this exact car: 2007 Corolla CE. I already replaced the stock struts with a Bilstein B12 kit, so this is familiar to me. However, very little went according to plan. It was the rust, the rust ruined so much, I had to learn a bunch of new skills to complete the job.
i love rust. it is so nice when lets say a service provider or the guy at the counter says it will take 1 hour or so looking at the factory mounting and dismounting time ends up taking close to 3-6 hours. not on Toyotas usually but other cars that are a nightmare. all in all rust makes it take alot longer.
When I'm working on my own car even before I buy the parts I spray all the bolts down with diesel and transmission fluid or whatever i can get my hands on
@@lightman489 very smart, kinda hard to do when the car comes 17.01.22 to the workshop and expects it done by 17.01.22 :P
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@Misirac altudamecekas yeah Toyotas rust dont get me started on some of their rear suspensions. But i do recomend undercoating even tho we dont do that service.
He just showed all of us how to do this the right way what a master mechanic he is when I take my car in I’ll have him inspect them thanks again for not only being a friend but all so a Top notch Master Mechanic great Job as always you do and tell your wife to in joy that new car
That means you’re one lucky man to have a friend like him.
Where is his located ?
Thanks
@@deadline7610 Chicago, Illinois?
Brother! You should be a teacher! The world needs more mechanics such as you!
He is a teacher and we are all students
Listen to this guy. My grandfather was a car mechanic, but he was reckless. He would do things in unsafe ways (and a missing tip of a finger was proof). One day when doing this operation on a car the spring blasted and everything went flying, tools included. He was millimeters away from getting his head blown by the spring and I witnessed that. Scary stuff! Whenever you work with car springs, thread lightly.
I have a great mechanic he refuses to do struts because of that spring. He will do quick struts
@@ceciliaabdalla4954 he should invest in a Branick Or OTC spring compressor. Professional tool.
He is right about using oem struts. I had quick struts and lots of them are a pile of junk. They ride so rough and clunking and all, even if I didn't put many miles on it.
I will never, ever do this job... but I watched the video until the end. I find these videos so interesting because of the engineering involved in creating these cars and skill involved in maintaining them. Mr. Car Care Nut is like a surgeon doing an organ replacement. Actually, there are a lot of similarities between physicians and auto techs now that I think about it. Anyway, thanks for another great video.
Except one thing doctors usually do it with the engine running...
May the Lord bless you and your family. Your how to CBT’s are a blessing🙏
Those small spring compressors that you get at Harbor Freight or on Amazon are nicknamed "widow makers"...for a reason.
Thank you. When I began DIY car servicing and repair, in the 1960s,, I had to learn all of this from a monthly magazine. It is so much easier now having it here, in the form of an instructional video. The difference now is that you use power tools whereas I am still on spanners and ratchets.
I am 68 and have been doing my own work since my parents let me buy a 1958 VW Beetle in 1970. In those 53 years I have used KYB struts and shocks whenever they have been available for more vehicles than I can recall. In every instance they have fit perfectly. In fact, in the past week I have installed KYB struts and shocks on a 2002 Dodge Caravan and shocks on a 1994 Nissan pickup. The truck’s were originals - the vehicle has only 49,000 miles - and the KYBs are clearly an upgrade from stock. I would never use any other brand if KYB has an option. My 2008 RX350 will get KYBs when the originals are due for replacement, but, at 123k, they have years to go.
I've used only KYBs on the struts I've replaced, including on a Camry, with good results. I understand that with many cars the OEMs are actually rebranded KYBs.
Would you recommend these over any other brands?
@@ro-landocalrissian4633 Unless you're going performance I'd stick with OEM or KYB, based on what I've heard.
@@ro-landocalrissian4633 For a Toyota used for everyday driving I would compare the price of factory parts and KYBs. Unless factory parts are close in price I would go with the KYBs. All this assumes you intend to keep the vehicle.
KYB is no longer a great choice. They were made in Japan but not anymore. I only use oem made in Japan. Kyb is now made in China or Mexico.
What a skillful and honest mechanic, stay blessed.
Wish i could have seen this video earlier. My Toyota Corolla 2009 suspension were weak specially when 5 passengers sitting there was bang passing over humps.
So I did replacement of all 4 complete assembly of shocks.
On Mechanic's guarantee & advice i purchased used shocks but new tie rods and other accessories were new.
After 2 months, suspension condition was again worst same like before. I didn't find time to go back to the fucking mechanic due to my night shifts/busy schedule. After a long time when i went to see him about the complaint, he casually said; "guarantee was for a week only"
I still feel the pain of wasting my 2000 UAE Dirhams.
So moral of story is, never listen to these culprit mechanics, when you are already going to overhauls, put all the new and genuine parts, it will be worth spending your time and money at garage, also durability and long term peace of mind.
There is a reason you have 1 million + subscribers - extremely well done - MANY THANKS!
I’d love to see you do a video on the 2nd Gen RX with rollover prevention struts. These are much harder to do because the shaft pulls back from full extension by design.
Like a foreskin does eh 😆
Do you have any other information on these? Thank you
I did a lot of research regarding struts and strut assemblies and discussed this with my mechanic (for my Avalon). I decided to replace the strut with a strut assembly from KYB because it comes with all new parts for the strut assembly. As the video shows many of the strut assembly parts can be worn, weak, or worn out entirely and my car has 160K miles on it. Maybe if it were the first strut replacement (60-80K mile), but with the high mileage I wanted a whole new assembly. The strut assembly does cost more than just the strut, but I saved money on labor because my mechanic does not need to take apart the entire assembly when if he were just changing the strut. After doing a lot of research, reading comments, watching videos, and talking to my mechanic I chose KYB (for their reputation of quality and I didn't find competing struts to match their quality).
I’m in a similar boat with 171K on my Avalon. How does the car ride now? I’m a little afraid to do an assembly vs assembling one pretty much from scratch.
@@ThePhilimander I installed they KYB Strut Assembly on a 2011 Avalon. It rides excellent. Better than when the OEM shocks were new. Better cornering, better turn-in, less body roll, smoother ride and no excessive firmness. Still have that nice Avalon ride but drives less "boaty" than the OEM shocks. Definitely a more sporty feel, but again, without sacrificing comfort. It feels like a much higher qualify shock. I have used Bilsteins on trucks and I ride dirtbikes so I no suspension pretty well. My mechanic thanked me for buying the entire assembly. He said it is safer and easier for him to install & one of my strut mounts was beginning to fail and the strut assembly has a new strut mount. And I wanted a new coil spring since mine were 160K miles old. I would make the same decision again, to buy the full assembly and the KYB product.
I appreciate you taking the time out of your day to give this input. I just might have to pull the trigger now haha. @@micahpage3725
Hi....where did you get the struts budy.....i have a 2009 avalon, and need to replace them.....thank you for your Information
Your shop looks very professional....I'm so happy that you're keeping busy....
The cleanest shop I have ever see.
I have gone over 300K on Toyota struts, And still no leaks or problems. And that is with many of them. Thanks for your tips, they are spot on.
I always use all Toyota parts, cheaper is not always better.
@@katherynscleaning5807 kyb is excellent in my opinion Toyota parts will always be the best but there's no way these Toyota struts will corner better than kybs no way I know that for a fact there's after market parts out there that will out perform Toyota OEM for less and it's not necessarily bad you just got to know what to buy
It is like saying i have been wearing the same shoes because there are no holes yet. No leaks at 300k but i bet you your ride is the analogy above, crappt
Even though I can’t do DIY due to where I live, I greatly appreciate the advice and knowledge that your videos provide. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise.
You can still find locations to work on your car. I see people working on street or store parking lots or friends garages....
You live in neighborhood where your HOA prohibits you?
@@mikek.9980 It's hard when you only have one car and need to drive to the store to get something or you forgot a tool at home. You have to put your car back together over and over.
I feel you brother... But if anyone reading this is afraid to try it... I did this in the aurozone parking lot. I think they tend to be OK with that as long as you get the job done in one go
This is a great tutorial for a DIYer, except for the strut disassembly/assembly. The DIYer does not have a strut machine. The DIYer buys KYB-type quality quick replacements. Removes old, installs new. Attention to detail and pointers in this video are superb.
Boy oh boy!! I really enjoy your wonderful instructions and clear directions. you make it impossible to screw up. your absolutely correct. when you use the correct machines to install the struts the proper OEM parts everything goes right, saves time and $$. Love your show.
This is exactly the video I was waiting for before replacing the shocks and struts on my car. Great video!
How much did it cost you ? I need to replace my 2 front on my Camry . Did u replace the whole thing , even sprints ?
I remember owning a 2004 Corolla. It was great. It was a daily commuter and beater. Everything in the interior felt like it would last forever. I sold it with 172k miles when I left Florida to NC and drove my GX and my wife her RAV4. Now I owe a 2010 Corolla which it has been great. It currently has 178k miles. Can’t complain. But I do admit, the 2004 felt better and more Japanese quality. Thanks for the video! I enjoy your educational content.
2010 corollas and camrys were made by the Nissan by contract work. They used substandard parts in them. Therefore, they had many problems and callouts. I still own Corolla 2005 Wagon. No complain car. I find problem when it comes back from WOF workshop. I solve them myself. This time I have problems of "no Low Head Light" and "ignition coil" failure, again just few days after it came back from WOF workshop. This led me to this video, though it was not a problem in my car. Excellent video.
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I can never fast forward your videos because they are so informative. Oh my luck!! I’m 30 miles away from you. I will always come to your place from now on. Thank goodness. You’re the best
That car is going to ride, like a new car in the front now. I replaced them on my old car. Made a big difference 👍
First content on the 9th gen Toyota Corolla, I had always wanted this.
Same here. Would love to see more.
Same here brother.
I have a soft spot for the 9th gens, I've had three. Traded my 07 S for a 2018 Camry XSE, really wish I had just kept it and used it as part of the payment. Loed that car, even with all of it's little issues popping up, would have been worth it to save.
Thank you for taking time out of your day to do these kind of videos. Love the approach and thought put into them. I do have a request, would you consider doing a video on tips and tricks for washing an engine bay, thanks.
1500 diy people searching for the otc spring compressor tool🤣 i did..i have lots of stuff i used once..
Really nice tutorial..im glad you explained how the spring could hit the ceiling
Becuase of this channel I only replaced the boot kit on my Prius axle. My guy you have my respect truly genuine.
I've had good luck with Monroe expert quick struts. Got 3 years and 56,000 miles out of the first set & I found it drove very similar to OEM. Installed the second set around a year ago & has around 15,000 miles no issues. For $150 a strut when on sale I have no problem with replacing them every 50K miles rather than spend almost $750 per strut for OEM Lexus & have them only last 130K like the ones it had from factory. OEM will last 3 times as long but they are nearly 6 times the price.
Good points on justifying using Monroe. You are probably super quick at it now.
I did the same to my Camry, and a lot easier and faster too. DIY we don’t the tools and safe .
@@user-xu2fr7wx5y did you mean, "diy without special tools"?
Thank you! - your videos give me a lot of respect for the design and engineering that goes into a good car. I’ll never do a strut replacement myself but it’s fascinating to see the work done safely and correctly.
I have an '06 Lexus SC430 with 145K miles. Original shocks/struts with no issues. They made those vehicles well back then.
My mechanic put in new entire strut assemblies (KYBs) in my '98 Camry with over 330k miles: It now rides like it did when I bought it new 25 years ago! KYBs are expensive, but my mechanic noted that KYB builds OEM strut assemblies for numerous auto makers, including Toyota. For those who are DIYers, if the struts a super old as mine were, consider installing new entire strut assemblies so you'll know even the springs are brand new--and without the need to compress the old springs! Good video.
Yup, 4 KYB "Strut-Plus" OEM's. Doing the exact same thing all around right now on a 182k miles, 2000 Avalon.
Looking forward to the my Avalon's original "smyoooooothe" ride.
Very detailed. Never knew there was this much to a "simple" strut job. Thanks.
Kyb makes great quality struts
Best Toyota channel ever, sounds cheesy but it really is, thanks AMD
I ended up purchasing a "strut tamer extreme 5 years when I owned WK2 generation jeep grand cherokee.... no DIY tool could compress the OEM height spring enough to assemble the front strut ...
Best money I have ever spent
The fact that it locks the springs in the arms was the selling point for me....
Thank you for sharing all these little details! A good job done means ....details. I have the same Corolla model but 2003. It will help me a lot when it will the time. 🙂
Well done and clearly explained! Great content and creator. Keep up the good work!
Be nice to have a mechanic like this you can trust to do the job right!
Just found this channel and really appreciate all that you do for the Toyota / Lexus community
Thank you for being so precise, all the best for health and continued success. God bless!
Last year, I replaced all of the struts and rear strut mounts in my 2005 Camry 6 cylinder XLE with OEM parts at 120,000 miles because of age. Job went very smoothly. It was $1,300 for the parts, tool rental, and alignment. I rented the spring compressor at an Autozone store. Three of the four old struts would not rebound with the spring off. The fourth strut rebounded very slowly. That rebound action confirmed that it was time to change the struts.
So, how does it ride now?
@@smithraymond09029 rides and corners like it was new. Also changed engine mounts and inner and outer tie rods with oem parts. Car was vibrating slightly at 65 mph due to these worn out parts. No more vibrations.
Wow! AMD, I have learnt pretty much 98% of my authentic vehicle component and mechanical knowledge from you. I owe you a great deal.
I can't do the work you do but I appreciate how well you do your job. I wish all technician were as thoughtful and knowledgeable as you. Thank you
My wife has the identical car,year and all. I’ve yet to replace the struts and this video is perfect just in case I have to. Among all the tips you gave thanks for where you used those narrow vise grips on the sway bar link. I always struggle trying to remove them. Your videos are priceless,thanks again “you nut”.
Just replace them with Monroe quick struts. You can do them in afternoon no problem. It comes with whole coil shut all in one.
You are the best instructor on video! We appreciate the knowledge you impart. Even if we are not DIY people, the general knowledge and information you impart helps us consumers make better judgment calls in maintaining our vehicles. Thank you so much. I am glad to subscribe to your channel.
Best automotive channel on UA-cam, thank you!!
Always a pleasure to listen to an honest mechanic
Love your clean shop
Appreciate you sharing your knowledge and skills!
Nice tutorial, as stated, the DIY clamps have to be used with GREAT care. I have a 3 clamp set up. Tightening evenly is essential.
As an owner of a 2008 4Runner and a 2018 Avalon, this channel is pure gold.
Your videos, presentations, and subject matter expertise are exceptional! Keep up the great work.
This is what you call a professional doing a proper job. Thank you so much for teaching us .
A pro will usually torque to spec
@@supersabrosinho Agreed - not just "usually", but "always".
And the mounts should be snug, but not get final torquing until the vehicle is lowered and there is load on the struts.
Really enjoy watching your videos they are great advice keep them coming
Love the calm and sometimes funny way you explain how to repair and diagnose issues, love the videos, keep up the excellent work and thank you.
awesome videos. clear, concise and to the point with added cautionary statements. you earned every one of your subscribers including this one.
Great video, I love your attention to detail. I'd love to have that strut compress tool in my garage. I will say though, if I had a 17 year old Corolla with over 200k miles in the rust belt, I'd be throwing some KYB Quick Struts on that without question.
Interesting to see the two-bolt strut to knuckle connection (although I guess most cars have that type of a setup). My RAV4 is still in good shape, so I haven’t had the need to do this particular job on it, but I have done it on my Ford Focus a few times (my previous car). Although I never replaced the strut alone and bought the whole assembly with the spring, it was a more tricky job to do since you had to slide the bottom of the strut into the knuckle end, then lock it with the bolt. It took a lot more finesse and persuading than this. Perhaps the upside of that design was that you wouldn’t have to worry about camber adjustment ( although I always ended up getting an alignment since I was replacing other front end components as well).
Best auto repair channel, best narrative, best camera and operator, best lighting...home run!
My Prius mechanic did an excellent job replacing all struts on my gen 3. Now I can see that. Thank you!
Ahmed, another fantastic video! Thank you for the great emphasis on safety when working on disassembling the strut from the spring. While this isn't a job for a total novice, you covered all the points a DIY'er should be able to handle. I am sure there are many of us with Camry based vehicles who would like to see how the rear struts are replaced. That is not so simple a job and involves additional steps. Hope you can get to that someday soon.
What he said.
Appreciate all your amazing videos. Would love mechanics like you in my area so you can service my Toyotas/Lexus 😀 Keep up the good work!
You are so professional 💯.
I never get tired of watching and learning from yours and Scotty's videos.
Really appreciate the quality of footage. Watching in 60fps is really amazing. Feels like I am just inside his garage taking the apprenticeship. Hats off! Keep going ❣
If you're using the simpler spring compressor, use emery paper folded in half in between the tool hooks and spring. It'll keep the hooks from sliding on the spring.
I’d rather use silicone sheet or something less abrasive to keep them still. Or even some zip ties.
I’ve had good results with kyb but looking up the OEM price online it’s not that bad actually. That otc tool is great sure beats the harbor freight compressors
Your explanations step by step are to the best level. nothing more to add. Young mechanics have a got a lot to study from these tutorials. owners will really save a lot of money by avoiding un necessary parts replacements. thank you
EXCELLENT VIDEO, AMD! This has to be the MOST detailed video on strut installation I've ever seen. Thank u! 🙌👍🇺🇸
Of all things for me the scariest thing to work on is changing he springs. Always feel a little fear when using a spring compressor, and if I ever can avoid it I do (doing my own maint for the fam). Struts are luckily usually pretty easy in comparison for my 90s tacomas (Ive had 4-5 lol) and 2010s tundra.
I was planning to just buy the strut and reuse the springs but the mount for my camry is so expensive($50) that it will be much cheaper to just buy the whole assembly so that’s what I did. I bought the kyb brand since they are well rated.
You do have to be very careful with spring compression, always get top quality spring compressors when doing your own.
Another excellent and informative video - thank you.
I have had several sets of Toyota shocks and struts changed out over the years, but none were leaking. How the vehicle rides and handles, or if I am making subtle changes to the suspension are the determining factors for me. I like driving quickly on hilly twisty paved roads, so consistent predictable response is important. I use Bilstein 4600 series shocks on my Tundra trucks, and I can typically get about 120,000 miles out of them before they soften up to where I notice a changed in the ride and how the truck handles. Even with 120,000 miles on them, the shocks are still good for your average driver. If the OEM Toyota coil springs are still functioning I keep using them, if the coil springs are questionable I will replace them with new OEM Toyota coil springs. I ride on OEM Toyota leaf springs, or leaf packs custom made for me by Alcan. I have used KYB quick struts on two Camry and one Acura RL, they worked out pretty well - but I would never use them on a larger vehicle.
You’re a blessing to all for sharing these videos. Thank you.
Great one - Good ASMR AMD - relaxing to see someone go about their business so calmly .
I've recently replaced struts in 3 early 2000s Toyotas. All with between 100-200k miles on original struts. Didn't Show leaks, but rode soft, one has. Noise. Replacement with FCS drastically improved ride.
Be aware that any new strut change from hundreds of thousands of miles would improve the ride. Owner of vehicle in our fleet before it became ours changed it to an aftermarket. Apparently it was eight months and they were shot in that time and the ride bounced around like a Uhaul on leaf springs. Beware of even FCS.
@@LAactor exactly. If you have no idea what you are doing....go only to the dealer and pay top $$$.
@@zaffo757 no? Tf. Not what I said at all. 🙄🤦🤷 First of all I said the PREVIOUS owners of the vehicle. Second, you can buy KYB or Tokiko shocks and have a shop do it for $100-150. Original struts are great too if you want to pay for the top dollar name even though Toyota just slaps their name on KYB or Tokiko parts. Anything over 15-20 years+ I say go quality aftermarket. But not junk FCS aftermarket.
@@LAactor you're assuming a lot. Like I said...we shall see.
@@zaffo757 nope. Wrong again. I know for a fact. You ASSumed about me. Yeah we'll see. We'll see you wrong again and again. Egg on your face.
AMD, I was wondering when my 18 year old Toyota struts and shocks might be due for replacement. This is priceless information for when that day arrives. BTW it is good to see a humble Corolla back in the shop.
When they go bad.
Was still waiting for failure when I sold my 27 year old Camry.
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@@zaffo757 😉
I think the point is like the ones in this video...and in my Highlander...it is tough to tell when they re bad without disassembly. Now in the Camry and the Avalon...bouncy bouncy bouncy. Obvious.
It’s so hard to find detailed videos like this! Great work
Found out today that I needed to replace my struts. This video was very helpful in guiding me to understand the what and the why behind struts. Your videos help me to ask the right questions about my car care. Grateful.
My 2010 Yaris with 175k miles still has original struts and shock in rear, rides fine and no leaks. Replacing the front struts is a major pain to replace so I hope they last me a long time.
My Yaris made it to 250k miles before I noticed leaks on the rear. Still drove fine but replaced all 4.
The fronts aren’t that bad to replace by the way. You just need the correct tool for the job. I used the Go-Thru Socket Set from harbor freight for around $20. Then I used an old Allen wrench cut down to size to fit in the tight space and I was able to loosen then tighten the bolts and nuts. I have a sedan and I thought the rear was worse with all the plastic that had to be removed to get to the rear bolt.
You think it rides fine. But shocks/struts wear out so slowly over time that you would be blown away at the improved ride of you replaced them.
@@matthewputnam7486 Amen! Worn suspension components will also wear out tires faster.
It would have been nice for the DIY Toyota owners out there if Ahmed had gone to an AutoZone or O'Reilly's to pick up a loaner spring retaining clamp.
Showing how us common people would do it would have been nice. It's been a long journey from his townhome's garage, where he would show us how to do it without specialized shop tools.
Sway bar links are relatively cheap. If you are replacing the strut replace the link.
Yet another high quality educational video. Thanks for what you do. You're a true gentleman and a scholar.