If a truck's shock absorbers wear out and lose effectiveness over time, how does this affect the suspension system?

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The main function of shock absorbers is to mitigate, control and damp the continuous rebound of the elastic elements of the suspension (which in heavy vehicles are usually leaf springs or air springs, in addition to coil springs). If the shock absorber suffers wear or internal fluid leaks, it loses its damping force, so it damps oscillations less. As a consequence, the wheels bounce repeatedly, grip on the asphalt decreases, braking distance increases and the deterioration of the rest of the suspension and steering components accelerates.

If a truck's shock absorbers wear out and lose effectiveness over time, how does this affect the suspension system?

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