BMW X5 Front Suspension Shocks and Struts

The level of comfort you enjoy when driving relies completely upon your factory-installed BMW X5 front suspension shocks and struts. When they work as they should, you experience the best, most dynamic driving experience. While both are responsible for controlling the activity of the suspension's springs, they're completely different parts.

Struts are an integrated part of the SUV's steering and suspension systems, while shocks are independent components. If a strut needs replacing, you also need to perform an alignment as well.

Both struts and shocks control the coil springs in your front suspension, limiting the amount of body roll you experience on curves. They also help keep your wheels aligned, improving your command and providing you with better handling and braking.

How to Spot Failing Shocks or Struts

Eventually, even the best shocks and struts can begin to go bad. Here are some signs of that:

• The ride becomes rougher than usual
• Your SUV's suspension bottoms out when you back out of a driveway
• Your X5 pulls to one side during turns
• The tire treads are unevenly worn
• You notice a film of oil or grease on the shocks or struts

Driving on bad shocks or struts isn’t just uncomfortable, it's also unsafe. The good news is that these problems usually show up early, giving you time to fix things before it becomes too serious. When it's time to replace yours, make sure to choose the high-quality BMW shocks or struts that were made for your SUV. They're the only ones that are guaranteed to fit your X5. Our online auto parts center has plenty in stock and ready to ship. Buy now and save!