{"id":6933,"date":"2020-02-06T18:01:58","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T02:01:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=6933"},"modified":"2024-02-02T08:00:02","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T16:00:02","slug":"buying-auto-parts-in-pairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/buying-auto-parts-in-pairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Better Together: A Guide to Buying Parts in Pairs"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_80bc81-16{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_80bc81-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_80bc81-16 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-b86ba2  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-2f1549\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_163ed3-7a\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_163ed3-7a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_163ed3-7a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_163ed3-7a summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_163ed3-7a\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Some vehicle parts are best replaced in pairs for optimum performance and safety.<\/li><li>These parts include headlights, tail lights, and mirrors. Brake components like discs, pads, and calipers are usually replaced in pairs.<\/li><li>Other parts to replace in pairs include wiper blades, oxygen sensors, and running boards.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Is your car looking a little worse for wear? Or do you know someone who&rsquo;s been saving up for ages to fix their ride? Show them some love this Valentine&rsquo;s Day and shower them with the parts they need (and deserve!).<\/p>\n<p>Before you stock up, keep in mind that for some parts, it&rsquo;s absolutely essential to replace them in pairs for optimum performance and safety. Other parts are available in sets or kits to take out any guesswork and save you a little money and time. That way, you can spend more quality time with that special someone&hellip; Wink wink.<\/p>\n<p>Check out our guide on buying parts in pairs below:<\/p>\n<h2>Headlights<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6948 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-standing-in-front-of-headlights.jpg-1024x644.jpg\" alt=\"couple standing in front of headlights\" width=\"1024\" height=\"644\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-standing-in-front-of-headlights.jpg-1024x644.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-standing-in-front-of-headlights.jpg-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-standing-in-front-of-headlights.jpg-768x483.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-standing-in-front-of-headlights.jpg.jpg 1175w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/p>\n<p>Even if only one of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/headlight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"headlights\">headlights<\/a> has burnt out or been damaged in a collision, we strongly recommend that you replace both to ensure even, equally improved lighting. In cases where only one headlight has gone out, the other will probably go out sooner rather than later, so it&rsquo;s best to get both at once.<\/p>\n<p>And even if your headlights are working properly, you might want to replace them both if you have an older vehicle and the lenses are starting to get yellow or hazy. Headlights that are clean and clear make a huge difference when you&rsquo;re driving at night or in foggy weather. Plus, installing a sleek new set of headlights is an easy way to freshen up your front end (and impress your date).<\/p>\n<h2>Tail Lights<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6956 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/replacement-tail-lights-set-1024x449.jpg\" alt=\"pair of tail lights\" width=\"1024\" height=\"449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/replacement-tail-lights-set-1024x449.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/replacement-tail-lights-set-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/replacement-tail-lights-set-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/replacement-tail-lights-set.jpg 1171w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/p>\n<p>Got a broken <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/tail-light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"tail light\">tail light<\/a>? Don&rsquo;t get a fix-it ticket. Take care of it today so you can make sure you&rsquo;re safely seen when you&rsquo;re on the road at night.<\/p>\n<p>If both of your tail lights are damaged or you&rsquo;re doing an upgrade, we carry tail lights in sets of two so you can replace both at the same time. These sets are also a great option if you simply want to ensure an even look as well as performance.<\/p>\n<p>If you decide to repair only one tail light (and part it from its soulmate *sniff*), make sure you order the correct side (i.e. driver or passenger, as well as outer or inner).<\/p>\n<h2>Mirrors<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6950 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/smiling-couple-reflected-in-mirror.jpg-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"smiling couple reflected in side mirror\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/smiling-couple-reflected-in-mirror.jpg-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/smiling-couple-reflected-in-mirror.jpg-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/smiling-couple-reflected-in-mirror.jpg-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/smiling-couple-reflected-in-mirror.jpg-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/smiling-couple-reflected-in-mirror.jpg.jpg 1225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/p>\n<p>If someone&rsquo;s swiped right on your car (not in a good way) and left one of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/mirror\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"mirrors\">mirrors<\/a> hanging off, make sure you replace it right away. While you&rsquo;re at it, you might want to go ahead and replace both of your mirrors, especially if you&rsquo;re doing an upgrade. Many of our side mirrors are available in sets of two for your convenience.<\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;re only replacing one mirror, make sure you order whichever side you need (i.e. driver or passenger side). Also take note of any other features that are specific to your vehicle (e.g. heated or non-heated, manual or power folding, with or without memory, signals, puddle lights, etc.).<\/p>\n<h2>Brake Discs, Pads, and Calipers<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6955 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/power-stop-z23-evolution-brake-kit-calipers.jpg\" alt=\"powerstop brake upgrade kit\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/power-stop-z23-evolution-brake-kit-calipers.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/power-stop-z23-evolution-brake-kit-calipers-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/power-stop-z23-evolution-brake-kit-calipers-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/power-stop-z23-evolution-brake-kit-calipers-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\"><\/p>\n<p>Thinking of taking that special someone on a scenic drive? When you&rsquo;re driving along the coast and taking in that gorgeous sunset, squealing brakes don&rsquo;t make for the most romantic soundtrack. Before you set off on your adventure, make sure you check your brakes so worn-out pads don&rsquo;t spoil the mood.<\/p>\n<p>If it&rsquo;s time to replace your brake pads, you may even want to consider replacing your rotors, too, to ensure optimum stopping performance. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/powerstop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Power Stop\">Power Stop<\/a> offers premium <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-disc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake discs\">brake discs<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-pad-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake pads\">brake pads<\/a> in 2-wheel or 4-wheel sets, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-disc-and-pad-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake disc and pad kits\">brake disc and pad kits<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-disc-and-caliper-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake disc and caliper kits\">brake disc and caliper kits<\/a> if you need to do a full brake job.<\/p>\n<h2>Wiper Blades<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6949 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/wiper-blade-with-love-note.jpg-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"love note tucked under wiper blade\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/wiper-blade-with-love-note.jpg-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/wiper-blade-with-love-note.jpg-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/wiper-blade-with-love-note.jpg-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/wiper-blade-with-love-note.jpg-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/wiper-blade-with-love-note.jpg.jpg 1531w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/p>\n<p>Has your partner&rsquo;s windshield been getting streaky? Worn-out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wiper-blade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wiper blades\">wiper blades<\/a> might be the culprit. Even if only one of them is badly damaged, it&rsquo;s best to go ahead and replace both. Otherwise, the other blade is bound to wear out before the new one.<\/p>\n<p>Surprise your sweetheart this Valentine&rsquo;s Day by installing a fresh set of wiper blades for them. Don&rsquo;t forget to leave a love note underneath! D&rsquo;aww.<\/p>\n<h2>Oxygen Sensors<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6954 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/oxygen-sensors-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/oxygen-sensors-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/oxygen-sensors-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/oxygen-sensors-1-298x300.jpg 298w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/oxygen-sensors-1-75x75.jpg 75w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\"><\/p>\n<p>If one of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/oxygen-sensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"oxygen sensors\">oxygen sensors<\/a> has gone bad, we highly recommend that you replace it along with its mate, as it&rsquo;s best to replace O2 sensors in pairs (i.e. both upstream and downstream, or both before and after catalytic converter). You may even want to consider replacing all of your sensors at once. Either of these options can help to ensure an even air-fuel ratio and overall balance in your engine management system. If you decide to go either of these routes, we offer oxygen sensors in handy sets of two or four.<\/p>\n<h2>Running Boards<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-6952 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-at-beach-with-truck.jpg-1024x622.jpg\" alt=\"couple at beach with white truck\" width=\"1024\" height=\"622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-at-beach-with-truck.jpg-1024x622.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-at-beach-with-truck.jpg-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-at-beach-with-truck.jpg-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/couple-at-beach-with-truck.jpg.jpg 1831w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/p>\n<p>Going on a weekend trip with friends or family for Valentine&rsquo;s Day? Make sure the gang climbs in and out of your rig safely with a stylish set of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/running-boards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"running boards\">running boards<\/a>. Check out our selection from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/westin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Westin\">Westin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/luverne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Luverne\">Luverne<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/aries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Aries\">Aries<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Besides this list, there are many other parts that should be bought in pairs or kits. If you&rsquo;re not sure about you need, feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/customerservice\/email\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"reach out\">reach out<\/a> and we&rsquo;ll be happy to help!<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get the Right Replacement ABS Control Module for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A faulty ABS control module is one of the more severe causes of the C0045 code. Until you replace the malfunctioning computer, minimize other ABS issues by not driving your vehicle. Instead of waiting for the ABS control module to fail outright, order a new part from CarParts.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy effortless shopping for ABS control modules online with <a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a>. Gone are the days of waiting at the back of a long line at the counter&ndash;now, you can order a replacement part on your mobile phone. Simply plug your vehicle&rsquo;s details into our website&rsquo;s built-in vehicle selector to find the products that fit your car or truck. Our strategically located warehouses deliver your new part to your doorstep within several business days. We exclusively source our ABS control modules from trusted manufacturers, ensuring you get a high-quality part that delivers long-lasting performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your vehicle&rsquo;s ABS running smoothly by replacing any malfunctioning part, including its control module. Check out our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/abs-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"ABS control modules\">ABS control modules<\/a> and other brake parts today!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Is your car looking a little worse for wear? Or do you know someone who&rsquo;s been saving up for ages&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/buying-auto-parts-in-pairs\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":6947,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[53,3768],"tags":[841,918,1174,191,145,1190,1636,1279,1309],"ppma_author":[2630],"class_list":{"0":"post-6933","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-features","8":"category-lifestyle","9":"tag-brake-caliper","10":"tag-brake-disc","11":"tag-brake-pad-set-2","12":"tag-headlight","13":"tag-mirror","14":"tag-oxygen-sensor-2","15":"tag-running-boards-2","16":"tag-tail-light-2","17":"tag-wiper-blade-2","18":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Better Together: A Guide to Buying Parts in Pairs<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"For some parts, it&#039;s absolutely essential to buy them in pairs for optimum performance and safety. 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