2001 Toyota Avalon Neighbor Had 4 Strut Assemblies Replaced On Avalon Car Rides

2001 TOYOTA AVALON
25,000 MILES
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GUPPY
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Neighbor had all 4 strut assemblies replaced on her 2001 Avalon. She said the car rides real bumpy. I checked out the car and the rear end is much higher than it used to be, there is no give in the rear end when I apply weight on the rear or try to lift the rear (Very tight, reminds me of spacers in coil springs). Is this a defect in the struts installed or will this issue resolve itself. Very uncomfortable ride right now.
Jan 31, 2013 at 5:08 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Either the struts are defective or the suspension links have been installed incorrectly. When tightening them, they should be made with load on the wheels.
Jan 31, 2013 at 9:36 PM
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