Editing Strut (section)

=== Maintenance ===
Struts keeps your suspension aligned, along with numerous other functions. To check if a set of struts is failing; simply walk to each side of the wheel and begin to bounce the car up and down. As the car is pushed down, let it bounce back into position. If it continues to bounce up and down, consider taking your vehicle to a mechanic for replacement. You can also check your strut car to see if it's leaking oil.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.motorweek.org/features/goss_garage/basics_of_shocks_and_struts|title=Basics of Shocks and Struts {{!}} MotorWeek|website=www.motorweek.org|access-date=2020-02-13}}</ref> Bad struts could possibly lead to many issues including the breaking of a wheel, flattening of a tire, damaged power steering, broken springs, broken joints, and many more issues in your suspension system. Keep all of these in mind as you drive your vehicle with bad struts.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://anewwayforward.org/driving-with-bad-struts/|title=Driving With Bad Struts – Steps, Dangers, How to Fix|website=anewwayforward.org|date=October 2019|access-date=2020-02-14}}</ref>