LIKE-NEW SAFETY AND HANDLING

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1 BRING YOUR VEHICLE BACK TO LIKE-NEW SAFETY AND HANDLING PROTECT THE ONES YOU LOVE BY REPLACING DEGRADED SHOCKS AND STRUTS SHOCKS & STRUTS 2 Like-New Safety and Handling

TOUGHEST CONDITIONS Safe & Sound G UARANTEE DID YOU KNOW THAT NEW SHOCKS AND

2 What Do Shocks and Struts Do? STAY IN CONTROL NEW SHOCKS AND STRUTS GIVE YOU SUPERIOR HANDLING THROUGH THE TOUGHEST CONDITIONS Safe & Sound G UARANTEE DID YOU KNOW THAT NEW SHOCKS AND STRUTS CAN: Reduce Braking Distance Extend Tire Life Reduce Weight Transfer Maintain Tire to The Road Contact 2 DRILL AND BINDING AREA

UNDERSTANDING THE SAFETY TRIANGLE INTERCONNECTED UNDERCAR PARTS THAT COULD AFFECT A DRIVER S ABILITY TO AVOID ACCIDENTS STEERING Shocks / struts help evenly distribute your car s weight over all four

3 UNDERSTANDING THE SAFETY TRIANGLE INTERCONNECTED UNDERCAR PARTS THAT COULD AFFECT A DRIVER S ABILITY TO AVOID ACCIDENTS STEERING Shocks / struts help evenly distribute your car s weight over all four tires, improving handling during turns. STOPPING Shocks / struts and brakes work together to help your vehicle stop sooner under certain driving conditions, by keeping tires and wheels in contact with the road. STABILITY Shocks / struts and tires work together to help maximize tire-to-road contact, improving vehicle stability and minimizing weight transfer. WHAT IS THE SAFETY TRIANGLE INSPECTION? The Safety Triangle Inspection consists of a three-part process during which a professional technician (1) interviews the owner of the vehicle, (2) evaluates how the vehicle rides, and (3) physically evalutes the vehicle components. The Safety Triangle Inspection checks critical interconnected system components that control steering, stopping and stability. Going beyond tires and brakes to include shocks, struts, springs, tie rod ends, ball joints and a host of other suspension and chassis parts, the Safety Triangle is vital to a driver s ability to avoid accidents. Just one worn part could diminish vehicle control and compromise safety. For your safety, have a complete Safety Triangle Inspection every time your vehicle is brought in for tire, brake or alignment service. 3 Understanding The Safety Triangle

4 Replace Worn Shocks and Struts OUT OF SIGHT OUT OF MIND? OUT OF THE QUESTION! PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIANS SUGGEST THAT YOU PROTECT WHAT S IMPORTANT! REPLACE WORN SHOCKS AND STRUTS AS SUGGESTED BY YOUR TECHNICIAN TO HELP IMPROVE YOUR OVERALL VEHICLE SAFETY. 3 metres Deliver consistent braking to help you stop up to 3 metres sooner * Maintain tire to road contact and eliminate excessive bounce (wheel hop) and may help prevent premature tire wear Improve control by reducing weight transfer, sway and roll and decreasing brake dive May help reduce premature wear and failure of other suspension components THE REAL COST OF WORN SHOCKS VEHICLE SAFETY Most drivers have a significant investment in their vehicle from the cost of the vehicle, to the expense of replacing components. Worn shocks and struts may contribute to degrading a vehicle s tires, as well as suspension components. Now, consider the REAL cost of worn shocks and struts vehicle safety. Worn shocks increase stopping distance up to 3 metres.* That may not seem like much, but in a sudden braking situation or in traffic the consequences may be much more than vehicle damage. Professional technicians suggest that you protect what s important replace worn shocks and struts, as suggested. *At 96 kph. Tests performed on dry, bumpy surface. Actual results may vary depending upon driver, vehicle type, and the type of driving and road conditions. 4 DRILL AND BINDING AREA

5 WHAT DOES YOUR ODOMETER READ? EXPERTS RECOMMEND THAT RIDE CONTROL COMPONENTS BE INSPECTED AT 80,000 KILOMETRES TO HELP IDENTIFY WORN VEHICLE COMPONENTS WHICH COULD AFFECT YOUR STEERING, STOPPING AND STABILITY The Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) believes that FURTHER INSPECTION IS REQUIRED of ride control units, in any vehicles using OEM hydraulic fluid and/or gas-charged shocks or struts (not electronically-controlled units) with 80,000 kilometres or more on the unit(s), and should include a pointed interview with the vehicle owner, a thorough ride control component inspection and a test drive of the vehicle. INSPECT YOUR SHOCKS AND STRUTS AT KILOMETRES. 5 What Does Your Odometer Read?

6 Motorist Assurance Program MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM STANDARDS FOR AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR STEP 1 START THE CONVERSATION Many vehicle owners often can t detect the gradual degradation of steering, stopping and stability caused over time by worn ride control components Have you noticed a need to slowdown to gain control? Have you experienced repeated replacement of front brakes, suspension components, or tires? Is the vehicle difficult, or stressful to control at highway speeds, during windy conditions or when loaded? Have you noticed degradation in the ride quality over time? STEP 2 PERFORM A RIDE EVALUATION Determine whether the vehicle s steering, stopping and stability are compromised Nose Dive Front end dips, collapses Body Roll Top of vehicle tips side to side Harshness/Buckboard Jarring effect on light bumps Traction Loss Tire(s) skipping Bottoms-out Suspension hits travel limiting jounst bumper Swerving side to side looseness Acceleration Squat Rising front-end diving rear-end STEP 3 PERFORM A PHYSICAL EVALUATION Technicians follow strict guidelines to determine shock and strut condition Jounce Bumper damaged, smashed, missing, show signs of repeated contact Shock/Strut Binding / Seized / Actively Leaking Air Shock/Strut with a torn or leaking bladder/boot Shock/Strut Piston Rod or housing damaged, bent or dented (Any) Shock/Strut measures significantly hotter or cooler than other units 6 DRILL AND BINDING AREA

OESPECTRUM SHOCKS AND STRUTS TWIN TECHNOLOGY TUNED FOR EXCEPTIONAL CONTROL Low Speed Tunability allows a high degree of control, limiting body motion as well as delivering consistent low speed

7 OESPECTRUM SHOCKS AND STRUTS TWIN TECHNOLOGY TUNED FOR EXCEPTIONAL CONTROL Low Speed Tunability allows a high degree of control, limiting body motion as well as delivering consistent low speed isolation. The Impact Control Valve regulates fluid flow within the unit, which helps control vehicle roll and isolate road impact. OUR BEST RIDE EVER GUARANTEED! OESpectrum shocks and struts feature our latest global original equipment valving technologies for domestic and foreign nameplate applications The Twin Technology active control system consists of an Impact Control Valve (ICV) and a patented Low Speed Tunability (LST) piston design TWINTECHNOLOGY ACTIVE CONTROL SYSTEM OESpectrum Twin Technology provides increased control for emergency and performance conditions Provides damping consistency for a full range of driving conditions, reducing the harshness experienced with rough, bumpy road conditions Safe & Sound G UARANTEE 7 OESpectrum Shocks and Struts

Reflex Shocks and Struts REFLEX SHOCKS AND STRUTS HELP REDUCE VEHICLE ROLL AND DIVE Optimal tire-to-road contact through curves and rough terrain.

8 Reflex Shocks and Struts REFLEX SHOCKS AND STRUTS HELP REDUCE VEHICLE ROLL AND DIVE Optimal tire-to-road contact through curves and rough terrain. IDEAL FOR FULL-SIZE LIGHT TRUCKS, SUVs AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH A HIGH CENTER OF GRAVITY Enhanced stability by reducing body roll rate in evasive maneuvers or tight turns Reflex shocks and struts utilize Impact Sensor Technology to help reduce the initial impact, taking the thump out of the bump, minimizing harshness and providing enhanced control Reflex Monotube for OE-equipped vehicles Reflex shocks and struts are application-engineered to each vehicle model Safe & Sound G UARANTEE 90-Day, Risk-Free Offer. Limited Lifetime Warranty. 8 DRILL AND BINDING AREA

9 QUICK-STRUT REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLY THE FIRST COMPLETE, READY-TO-INSTALL STRUT ASSEMBLY REAL. AUTHENTIC. RIGHT. Sure, there may be plenty of look-alikes out there But, there s only one NAPA Quick-Strut Replacement Assembly! Preassembled Upper Strut Mount OE Premium-Style Mount Premium OESpectrum or Reflex Strut Technology Based on Application OE Premium-Style Bearing Robust Bearing Plate SAE-Grade Nuts and Bolts Coil Spring Precisely-Calibrated, High-Quality US Steel Upper Spring Seat Premium Boot and Bumper Kit Lower Spring Isolator LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE Safe & Sound Precisionengineered to help restore factory ride height and original vehicle ride performance G UARANTEE EVERY APPLICATION IS 100% FIT AND RIDE TESTED! 9 Quick-Strut Replacement Assembly

Gas-Grandé Fleet Light Truck Shocks GAS-GRANDÉ FLEET LIGHT TRUCK SHOCKS FIRM CONTROL WITHOUT A HARSH RIDE FOR THE WORKING TRUCK With up to twice the fluid capacity of standard 1" bore shocks,

10 Gas-Grandé Fleet Light Truck Shocks GAS-GRANDÉ FLEET LIGHT TRUCK SHOCKS FIRM CONTROL WITHOUT A HARSH RIDE FOR THE WORKING TRUCK With up to twice the fluid capacity of standard 1" bore shocks, Gas-Grandé Fleet truck shocks work more efficiently with less effort. DESIGNED FOR MID- TO FULL-SIZE, LIGHT-DUTY WORK TRUCKS AND VANS: Expanded reserve tube* for greater oil capacity to better dissipate heat compared to OE Better valving range on both the compression and extension cycles of the unit for a smooth, comfortable ride Nitrogen gas-charged for improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire-to-road contact by reducing aeration Work more efficiently with less effort *On most applications Safe & Sound G UARANTEE 90-Day, Risk-Free Offer. Limited Lifetime Warranty. 10 DRILL AND BINDING AREA

RUGGED PERFORMANCE FOR WORK OR PLAY, ON- AND OFF-ROAD UPGRADE YOUR SHOCKS. LEVEL YOUR VEHICLE.

twin-tube construction with 10-stage velocity sensitive valving, a 5/8" diameter nitrocarburized piston

efficient heat dissipation for less fade High-efficiency damping and control for vehicles utilizing

nine shock absorbers in one flexible package Provides the ability to select from nine different levels

Technology Comes pre-assembled with coil spring and upper mount for easy installation Level your

11 RUGGED PERFORMANCE FOR WORK OR PLAY, ON- AND OFF-ROAD UPGRADE YOUR SHOCKS. LEVEL YOUR VEHICLE. RS5000 Shocks, Struts and Steering Stabilizers For on- or off-road use, at an incredible value Features twin-tube construction with 10-stage velocity sensitive valving, a 5/8" diameter nitrocarburized piston rod and 1-3/8" diameter piston RS7000 MT Monotube Shocks, Struts and Steering Stabilizers More efficient heat dissipation for less fade High-efficiency damping and control for vehicles utilizing monotube technology RS9000 XL Adjustable Shocks, Struts and Steering Stabilizers The performance of nine shock absorbers in one flexible package Provides the ability to select from nine different levels of performance or ride quality, quickly adapting to any driving condition quicklift Loaded Suspension Technology Comes pre-assembled with coil spring and upper mount for easy installation Level your vehicle up to 2-1/2" (select applications) and make room for bigger wheels and tires 11 Rancho Performance Products

KNOW YOUR RIDE CONTROL PARTS INSTALL ONLY PREMIUM-QUALITY AFTERMARKET PARTS FROM TRUSTED, FULL-SERVICE SUPPLIERS It has never been more important for the entire automotive aftermarket industry to

12 KNOW YOUR RIDE CONTROL PARTS INSTALL ONLY PREMIUM-QUALITY AFTERMARKET PARTS FROM TRUSTED, FULL-SERVICE SUPPLIERS It has never been more important for the entire automotive aftermarket industry to stand united and encourage customers to Know Your Parts! The best way to ensure quality and safety is by insisting on products from full-service suppliers, offering trusted name brands. Service Professionals Promote brand name products from trusted, full-service suppliers. Diagnose, repair and replace broken or worn-out components with only premium-quality parts. Vehicle Owners Ask about the parts being installed on your vehicle, and research the brand before authorizing repairs. 90-DAY, RISK-FREE TRIAL OFFER EXPERIENCE THE NAPA DIFFERENCE! Safe & Sound G UARANTEE Safe & Sound Guarantee We are so confident that you will like your new NAPA Reflex Shocks and Struts, NAPA Quick-Strut Replacement Assemblies, OESpectrum Shocks and Struts, Gas-Grandé Fleet Shocks, Rancho RS9000XL Shocks and Rancho RS7000MT Monotube Shocks, we offer this exclusive Safe & Sound Guarantee: Try our products for 90 days. We guarantee you ll experience the NAPA difference. If, for any reason, the qualifying products* don t live up to your expectations within the first 90 days, replace the products and we will refund your original product s purchase price, plus labor (up to $50 per axle). We re that confident you will be satisfied with our products. For questions about this offer, please contact our Customer Service Department at: * Offer limited to the purchase of four (4) NAPA Reflex Shocks and / or Struts, OESpectrum Shocks and / or Struts, Gas-Grandé Fleet Shocks, or four (4) Rancho RS9000XL Shocks or RS7000MT Monotube Shocks. This offer does not include units improperly installed or substituted. Valid only on vehicles used for private, non-commercial use and may be withdrawn at any time Printed in USA NMS Day Risk-Free Trial Offer

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