Body TypeMacPherson
Coil Spring IncludedNo
Grade TypePerformance
Housing MaterialSteel
Mounting Hardware IncludedYes
AdjustableNo
Adjustable DampingNo
Adjustable ReboundNo
Faq - Answer 1Yes. Always consult the Vehicle Owner's Manual or an expert technician before making any repairs or adjustments.
Faq - Answer 2Yes, though shocks and struts perform a similar function, they vary greatly in their design. Struts are an integral part of a vehicle's suspension system, providing structural support for the vehicle
Faq - Answer 3Yes, all shocks and struts use hydraulic fluid (oil) to control damping. A gas charged shock or strut uses high-pressure nitrogen gas to reduce oil foaming during high-speed damping, and therefore mai
Faq - Answer 4Yes, it is important to choose the correct shock or strut for your vehicle model and year, as well as for the location in the vehicle.
Faq - Answer 5Yes, it is possible to do a quick check at home for wear on your vehicle's shocks or struts. You can look for any physical damage to the shock or strut housing or any leaking - this is especially comm
Faq - Answer 6Yes, if you are replacing your vehicle's struts. However, it is not necessary to get your vehicle aligned when replacing your vehicle's shocks unless there was or is a previous issue.
Faq - Question 1Should the Vehicle Owner's Manual or an expert technician be consulted before making any repairs or adjustments?
Faq - Question 2Is there a difference between a shock and a strut?
Faq - Question 3Do gas charged shocks or struts contain oil?
Faq - Question 4Do I need different shocks for front, rear, left, or right applications?
Faq - Question 5Can I check my vehicle's shocks for wear?
Faq - Question 6Should I have my vehicle aligned after replacing my shocks or struts?
Features Benefits - Bullet 11-3/8 inch bore piston with sintered iron construction for durability and longer service life
Features Benefits - Bullet 10Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
Features Benefits - Bullet 11Premium aftermarket replacement part
Features Benefits - Bullet 12Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
Features Benefits - Bullet 2Single lip oil seal to help minimize friction
Features Benefits - Bullet 3Super-finished chromed piston rod reduces corrosion, helps ensure proper seal lubrication, provides a consistent wear surface, and assists in long product life
Features Benefits - Bullet 4Precision engineered for top-of-the-line performance
Features Benefits - Bullet 5Drawn over mandrel (DOM) pressure cylinder for high quality sealing properties and reduced internal friction to assist with longer product life
Features Benefits - Bullet 6Gas charged for reduced fluid aeration, which can result in better response, less foaming, and more consistent control than most non-gas charged struts
Features Benefits - Bullet 7Single lip piston rod seal is permanently lubricated for durability and low friction
Features Benefits - Bullet 8O-ring hydraulic piston seal resulting in minimized piston blow-by and consistent control
Features Benefits - Bullet 9Infinitely variable damping for on-demand control on all road conditions
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 1Leaking oil or wetness along the body of the shock or strut
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 2Severely dented reservoir tube, bent or scratched piston rod
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 3Broken, damaged, or missing mounting hardware
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 4Cupped tire wear
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 5Damaged strut body springs, seats, and bushings
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 6Defective strut bearing or missing plate
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 7Broken mounts, worn or missing bushings
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - HeaderTo inspect your shocks and struts to gauge wear, check for:
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 1Brakes
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 2Tie rods
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 3Ball joints
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - Bullet 4Tires
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 2 - HeaderYour vehicle's shocks and struts slowly deteriorate over time, though this wear is normally difficult to detect. To maximize your vehicle's ride comfort and safety, it is recommended to replace your v
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 3 - HeaderRegularly inspect premium gas charged struts for signs of damage or wear and replace them if signs of damage are found.
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 4 - HeaderBefore purchasing and installing a premium gas charged strut, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.
Product DescriptionACDelco Gold (Professional) Premium Gas Charged Struts are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. These struts are custom-tuned, and nitrogen gas charged with a quality twin-tube
Programming RequiredNo
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 1There is directional and steering wheel position instability
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 2Your brakes pull
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 3You notice worn or loose suspension or steering components
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 4There is excessive nosedive while braking
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 5Your vehicle has 'acceleration squat'
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 6Your vehicle does not return to a neutral position
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 7Your steering pulls
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 8There is a strut mount or bearing noise
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - HeaderSigns of wear for premium gas charged struts include but are not limited to:
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 1Your ride is harsh, bumpy or shaky
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 2Your vehicle veers inside winds
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 3Your vehicle bounces excessively
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 4Your vehicle leans or sways while turning
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 5Your vehicle bounces excessively after hitting a bump
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - Bullet 6Your vehicle bottoms out
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 2 - HeaderIt could be time to replace your shocks or struts if, when driving on a surface with bumps and/or dips:
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 3 - Bullet 1If your vehicle's height seems lower than normal when measured
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 3 - Bullet 2If you notice fluid leakage from your vehicle's shocks or struts
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 3 - Bullet 3If your vehicle's shocks or struts have dented or heavily scratched housings or mounts
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 3 - HeaderUneven patches of wear on the edges of your tire can be a sign of weak ride control (shocks or struts). This wear, called cupping, appears as scalloped dips around the surface of the tread. Other sign