Quote:Hmmm... this could be unimportant. Or maybe not.

The struts are just a type of shock absorber. They are only on the front. The rear uses traditional shock absorbers.

Shocks and struts only need replacing when worn. You can easily test them. Stand besides the car, and push down on the corner with your whole weight. The car should bounce 1 and a half time. If it visibly bounce 2 or 3 times then you should replace the shockers on that end of the car. Otherwise no need to replace them!