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:
Removing and installing shock absorber, multi-link suspension, left shock
absorber
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1410-
Spring compressor -V.A.G 1752/1-
Spring retainer -V.A.G 1752/3A-
Adapter -V.A.G 1752/9-, not illu ...
2-pack HS Optimum clear coat
Designation:
2-pack HS Optimum clear coat -LZK 769 K02 A5-
Issued 10.2012
Product description
2-pack HS Optimum clear coat is a VOC compliant (VOC content
< 420 g/l), high ...
Masking areas, rear body
Masking areas, rear underbody
A -
No sealant on threads or contact surfaces.
B -
Threads waxed
D -
Threads free of surfacer and top-coat paint (joint surface may be
painted)
E -
...
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Leaks at shock absorbers
Checking shock absorbers when removed