Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking shock absorbers when removed
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 additional visual indication. |
Note
Shock absorbers are maintenance-free; shock absorber fluid
cannot be topped up. |
After removal, a shock absorber can be checked by hand as
follows: |
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Compress shock absorber by hand. |
The piston rod should move smoothly over the entire stroke
with uniform resistance and without jolts. |
If the shock absorber has sufficient gas pressure the piston
rod will return by itself to its original position. |
Note
If this is not the case, the shock absorber does not
necessarily need to be renewed. Provided there has been no major
loss of fluid, it will still be as effective as a conventional
shock absorber. |
Even without gas pressure, the shock absorber will provide
full damping effect as long as there has been no major loss of
fluid. However, it may produce more noise. |
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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 a ...
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Fig. 155 In the tailgate: location of the
camera for the reverse assist system (Rear Assist)
Fig. 156 Reverse assist system display
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
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Safety precautions during road tests in which test and measuring equipment
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Risk of injury due to unsecured test and measuring equipment
If a front passenger airbag is triggered during an accident,
unsecured test and measuring equipment can become dangerous projectiles.
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Secure test and measuring equipment with seat belts on ...
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Note ...
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