ATP can be hydrolyzed in two ways: the removal of terminal phosphate to form adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and inorganic phosphate, or the removal of a terminal diphosphate to yield adenosine monophosphate (AMP) and pyrophosphate.
Driving with failing or broken struts is dangerous because they do not sufficiently dampen side-to-side and front-to-back weight transfers.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Strut Assembly Common signs include knocking noises when driving over bumps, a bumpy ride, floating front end, and uneven tire wear. by Timothy Charlet on