The shock and strut boot is a rubber part that protects the strut rod.
Shock and strut boot operationThe strut boot has an accordion-type design that allows it to cover the shock shaft from any harm. It has the role of being an additional layer of protection for the polish rod that is connected to the piston. The shock and strut boots must remain damage-free or else they can cause problems to the shock absorbers.
Common problems with a faulty shock and strut bootA faulty shock and strut boot can lead to poor ride quality, vulnerability to contaminants, and poor wheel alignment.