What effect can a worn shock absorber have on a vehicle?

  1. It can cause an electrical short-circuit.
  2. It can cause the vehicle to ?bounce? in an unstable manner.
  3. It can trigger the release of the airbags.
  4. It can increase fuel consumption.

Correct Answer

It can cause the vehicle to ?bounce? in an unstable manner.

Explanation: A worn shock absorber can seriously affect the control of the vehicle especially on uneven surfaces or when cornering and can cause unnecessary wear and tear on tyres. It may increase stopping distance by not keeping the tyres in proper contact with the road under harsh braking.

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