Chevrolet Shocks and Struts Service
for Chevrolet Cars, Trucks and SUVs
A smooth, controlled ride depends on more than your tires. Your Chevrolet's shocks and struts are essential suspension components that help maintain vehicle stability, steering control, braking performance, and ride comfort — and as they wear over time, you may notice your vehicle doesn't handle or ride the way it once did.
What Do Shocks and Struts Do?
Although they perform similar functions, shocks and struts are different components. Shock absorbers reduce excessive suspension movement after driving over bumps and uneven roads, helping your tires maintain better contact with the road surface. Struts combine a shock absorber with structural suspension components that help support the vehicle while contributing to steering and wheel alignment.
At Jason Lewis Chevrolet, our factory-trained technicians inspect your suspension system, diagnose worn or damaged components, and recommend the repairs needed to restore your Chevrolet's ride quality, handling, and safety.
Schedule Chevrolet suspension serviceTogether, shocks and struts help improve ride comfort, steering stability, and braking performance while reducing body roll and uneven tire wear.
Working Together to Support Your Ride
Because shocks and struts wear gradually, many drivers don't realize how much ride quality and handling have declined. When these components are working properly, they help your Chevrolet perform the way it was engineered to.
Signs Your Shocks or Struts May Need Service
Because shocks and struts wear gradually, many drivers don't realize how much ride quality and handling have declined. If you notice any of the following, it's a good idea to have your suspension inspected by the Certified Service team at Jason Lewis Chevrolet:
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Excessive bouncing after driving over bumps
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Nose-diving when braking
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Vehicle squatting during acceleration
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Increased body roll while cornering
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Rough or unstable ride, or loose steering response
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Uneven or cupped tire wear
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Fluid leaking from a shock absorber or strut, or clunking noises from the suspension
Why Timely Suspension Service Matters
Driving with worn shocks or struts doesn't simply reduce ride comfort — it can also affect your vehicle's handling, braking distance, steering response, and tire life. Ignoring worn suspension components may contribute to longer stopping distances, reduced vehicle stability, and premature tire wear. Our service professionals can help identify conditions that may require further attention.
Our Chevrolet Suspension Inspection Process
Our factory-trained technicians carefully inspect your suspension system to determine whether shocks, struts, or another component is causing the concern.
Visual Inspection
Check shocks and struts for fluid leaks or visible damage.
Ride Quality Evaluation
Assess bouncing, body roll, and overall ride comfort.
Suspension Movement Check
Inspect suspension bushings and mounting components for wear.
Steering System Inspection
Review related steering and suspension parts, including ball joints and tie rods.
Tire Wear Evaluation
Look for uneven or cupped wear that may point to suspension issues.
When Should Shocks and Struts Be Replaced?
There is no single interval for every Chevrolet: component life depends on driving habits, road conditions, mileage, vehicle load, and environmental conditions.
A general guide: many suspension systems begin showing signs of wear between 60,000 and 90,000 miles, but some vehicles may require service sooner or continue performing well beyond that range.
Routine inspections during scheduled maintenance help identify worn components before they begin affecting vehicle safety or causing additional repairs.
Replacing worn shocks or struts can restore much of the ride quality and handling your Chevrolet was designed to deliver.
Benefits of Suspension Service
- Improve ride comfort and reduce excessive bouncing
- Improve steering stability and responsiveness
- Enhance braking performance
- Reduce body roll during turns
- Help maintain proper tire contact and minimize uneven wear
Factory-trained Technicians
Who Specialize in Maintenance & Repair of Chevy Vehicles
Our service professionals thoroughly inspect your suspension system and offer honest repair recommendations.
Genuine GM Parts
We use Genuine GM Parts or GM-approved replacement components, with advanced diagnostic equipment and professional installation and testing.
Service for Chevrolet, GM, and Other Vehicles
We serve Chevrolet vehicles, other GM brands including Cadillac, GMC, and Buick, and many other domestic and foreign makes and models.
Shocks and Struts Frequently Asked Questions
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Common symptoms include excessive bouncing, nose-diving while braking, body roll during turns, uneven tire wear, fluid leaks, and reduced ride comfort.
Yes. Worn suspension components can allow your tires to lose consistent contact with the road, leading to uneven or cupped tire wear.
Yes. Properly functioning suspension components help keep your tires firmly on the road during braking, improving vehicle stability and control.
In most cases, replacing them in axle pairs helps maintain balanced handling and ride quality.
While the vehicle may still be drivable, worn suspension components can reduce handling, steering response, braking performance, and overall safety. Having the suspension inspected promptly is recommended.
Yes. Jason Lewis Chevrolet's service department can serve Chevrolet vehicles, other GM brands such as Cadillac, GMC, and Buick, and many other domestic and foreign vehicle makes and models.
Keep up with your suspension and steering care
Schedule your suspension inspection today
If your Chevrolet isn't riding as smoothly as it once did or you're experiencing unusual handling or suspension concerns, the Certified Service team at Jason Lewis Chevrolet is here to help restore your vehicle's ride quality, stability, and performance.
We proudly serve Chevrolet drivers in Livingston, Cookeville, Crossville, Lebanon, Monterey, Sparta, Jamestown, Fairfield Glade, and surrounding East Tennessee communities.