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 ...
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Replacing the battery
Fig. 25 Vehicle key: opening the battery
case cover
Fig. 26 Vehicle key: removing the battery
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Volkswagen recommends having the battery changed by a
qualified workshop.
The battery is located on the rear side of the ...
Removing and installing remote release operating mechanism for seat backrest
Note
Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle side.
Follow same instructions for the right side as appropriate.
Removing
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Pull and hold operating mechanism to remotely release seat backrest
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Spray can filling device -VAS 6425
Designation:
Spray can filling device -VAS 6425-
Product description
The spray can filling device is a pneumatic filling device
for filling paint spray cans with premixed base coats and top
c ...
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Leaks at shock absorbers
Checking shock absorbers when removed