2003 Cadillac Seville Is it ok to replace only one strut?

2003 CADILLAC SEVILLE
44,500 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I started getting a squeak in the front end and took the car in for service. The problem was diagnosed as a defective front strut and they replaced it, but only the defective one. I always thought that struts and shocks need to be replaced in pairs, but the dealer said that was not true. So, my question is "Is it ok to replace only one strut? And, if not, what problem(s) could arise?

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Frank Progl
Dec 23, 2007 at 1:04 AM
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Well the rule of thumb is to do them in pairs, but with only 44,000 miles, I would try just one and see how it sets. Sounds like the dealer is shooting straight with you. That...is a nice thing!
Dec 23, 2007 at 2:32 AM
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