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But just how long can your expect these tailbone-saving gadgets to last? The short answer? Experts recommend replacing shocks every 50,000 miles (80,467 kilometers), but a great deal depends on how you treat your vehicle's suspension. Are you logging all those miles on the placid interstate, or are you off-roading on winding dirt roads through the untamed wild?
1 During our Shocks and Struts Service, we'll inspect the shocks, struts, and springs in your vehicle's steering and suspension systems for signs of wear or damage. 2  Where necessary, we'll replace shocks and struts and make suspension repairs so you can get back on the road. 3  This service typically takes 2-3 hours.