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2001 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Axle, Wheel, Rust.
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Asked on October 17, 2008

2001 Ford Taurus struts

Drive Train Axles Bearings problem
2001 Ford Taurus 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 101000 miles

need to know if you can tell whether the strut is bad when you replace the springs on rear?
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Replied on October 17, 2008



Hello,

You can check the struts by pushing down on the vehicle at the corners. If the vehicle only bounces a few times then it is most likely good. If the vehicle continues to bounce then most likely it is bad. Also you will need to inspect the strut for damage, rusting out and or leakage.

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