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How do I know if I need shocks?

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#1 ·
I can tell in my car or van when I need shocks, well struts anyways.

Is there a way to tell when its time to change them on my TJ? Time or mileage is not an option since I have no idea when when the op had the last set installed.
 
#4 ·
I do know they are struts. I check my cars the way shown on the video, along with certain noises that come early on on my mini van.

The TJ's suspension is stiffer and I wasn't sure the same theory would apply. The only vehicles I ever changed shocks on were due based on mileage or obvious problems (leaks, signs or wear on the shaft or bushings). I don't see those here but I figured I would ask.

So jumping on the number should do the trick.the same way?
 
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