Answers to your shock and strut questions.
Check out our collection of videos and let the Gabriel® Answerman help you find the solution to questions like, which shocks and struts are right for your vehicle? how to make installations quick and easy? and much more. If you can’t find your answer here be sure to visit the Answerman FAQs page or make a call to the Anwerman Tech Line.
How worn shocks & struts affect stopping distance.When most people think of stopping, they think of brakes and tires. However, in this video we'll show you how shocks and struts play a key role in your car's ability to brake safely and effectively.
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ReadyMount® — You Get More with ReadyMountSee all that goes into our new ReadyMount strut designs and why they offer a level of incomparable performance and quality.
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ReadyMount® — Easier Installations, All New ComponentsDIYer or professional, our ReadyMount provides you with all-new, premium components in a complete pre-assembled strut that’s easy to install, every time.
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Which is the best shock or strut for my vehicle?With so many options to choose from, how do you know which shock or strut is the right choice for you? In this video the Gabriel® Answerman will introduce you to some of the most popular Gabriel shocks and struts and help you understand how to select the one that best meets your needs.
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THE INFORMATION AND VIDEOS CONTAINED ON THIS WEBSITE ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS. THEY ARE INTENDED FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY.
BEFORE STARTING ANY VEHICLE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROJECT, YOU MUST HAVE THE PROPER TRAINING, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE NECESSARY TO SAFELY AND CORRECTLY COMPLETE THE PROJECT. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR ANYONE ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE A WORN STRUT OR SHOCK ABSORBER, BECAUSE THE FAILURE TO REMOVE THE WORN PART OR INSTALL THE REPLACEMENT PARTS CORRECTLY ON YOUR VEHICLE MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
EVERY VEHICLE IS DELIVERED WITH AN OEM OWNER’S MANUAL. IF YOU CANNOT LOCATE YOURS, SEVERAL PUBLICATIONS EXIST THAT WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PARTS ON THE VEHICLE YOU ARE ABOUT TO REPAIR. READ THE OEM MANUAL SPECIFIC TO THE MAKE AND MODEL OF YOUR VEHICLE AND THE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ACCOMPANY YOUR GABRIEL PRODUCT BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROJECT. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OR ASSISTANCE OF A PROFESSIONAL WHEN NEEDED.




