Car routine service is a very important budget, and nevertheless we all know it is imperative, we are rarely happy to spend hundreds of euros to replace worn parts. The shock absorbers of a motor vehicle are one of them. And we’re going to help you today to identify what price to change the shock absorbers of a Lincoln MKX? To do this, first, we’re going to try to explain to you on the best time to replace them, then, how much it costs to replace the shock absorbers of its Lincoln MKX, and at last, how to replace them.

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When to replace the shock absorbers of its Lincoln MKX?

Before giving you the price of a shock absorber on a Lincoln MKX , we will fairly quickly explain you the best time to replace them. It is necessary to know that shock absorbers are wearing components, and depending on your use of your vehicle, they will wear out more or less fairly quickly. In general, it is expected that the shock absorbers of a Lincoln MKX have a range of 80, 000km. However, some issues may possibly cause you to replace them sooner. If you want more precise information on the ideal time to make this task, we have made a particular content to explain when to change the shock absorbers of a Lincoln MKX, do not think twice to seek advice from it.

What is the price to replace the shock absorbers of your Lincoln MKX?

In this second part we will finally address the point that most certainly attracts you to this content, what is the price to replace the shock absorbers of a Lincoln MKX? It is necessary to know that the budget for the replacement of shock absorbers can vary substantially. Obviously, there is a huge amount of garages that apply different labour prices, and, that will take more or less time to conduct this maintenance act. Additionally, there is a huge range of branded and generic parts on offer, and prices vary enormously as well. At last, the series, of your Lincoln MKX, can vary on the quality of the original shock absorbers you have on your car, in actual fact, the sports models are furnished with stronger shock absorbers for a better grip which cost more at the purchase. However, we will try to give you an idea of the budget needed to change the shock absorbers of your Lincoln MKX . We consider that for an entry-level car the price of parts plus labor will be around 450-600 euros , for a more high-end series or a more recent Lincoln MKX, you will have to consider a budget close to 1000 euros . At last, for a Lincoln MKX sport or top of the range, the quality suspensions will cost more and it is possible that the price of their replacement will reach 1500 euros .

How to replace the shock absorbers of a Lincoln MKX?

To finish our content, we will fairly quickly explain how to replace the shock absorbers on a Lincoln MKX, it will allow you to discover why the budget to replace them is so necessary. This intervention can be dangerous as a result of the shock absorber springs, it should not be done unless you have the equipment and the expertise. However, here are the main steps of the intervention:

  • Putting your car on stands or a deck…
  • Take out the wheels necessary to access the shock absorbers.
  • Take out the shock absorber head from the hood.
  • Use the two screws supplied to do this goal to uncouple the bottom of the shock absorber from your stabilizer bar.
  • Pull the strut out.
  • Use the suspension compressor to push in your spring and then release it again.
  • Change it with the new shock absorber
  • Re-mount the entire assembly thinking of changing the suspension stop which is strongly damaged by road vibrations

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