Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Noises from shock absorbers
| Shock absorbers are often replaced because of noises
(rumbling, etc.) experienced by the customer. Inspections on the
test rig and in the vehicle have shown that in approx. 70 % of
these cases there is no case for complaint. The replacement was
not justified. |
| In the case of complaints regarding rumbling or knocking
noises please proceed as follows. |
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Carry out a road test with the customer - if possible on a
dry, uneven road - to establish when, where and how the noises
occur. |
 Note
| These noises are only very rarely caused by the shock
absorbers. |
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Shock absorbers are often replaced because of externally
visible leakage. Inspections on the test rig and in the vehicle
have shown that in the majority of cases this ...
Defective shock absorbers can be identified by loud rumbling
noises when driving, caused by wheel hopping, especially on bad
roads. Heavy fluid leakage is an addition ...
Other materials:
Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Gearbox fault.
Do not drive
on!
Move the selector lever to position P and leave the gearbox
to cool down.
If ...
Removing and installing trim for operating and display unit
Removing
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Starting at bottom, unclip trim for operating and display
unit -1- from operating and display
unit -2- and remove it.
Installing
Note
Before installing, chec ...
Checklist
To ensure your own safety and the safety of your passengers, observe
the following actions in the specified order :
Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away
from moving traffic and on a suitable surface .
Switch on the hazard warning lights using
the button .
Switch on the ...
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Leaks at shock absorbers
Checking shock absorbers when removed