Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Leaks at shock absorbers
| 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 replacement is not
justified. |
| Slight loss of fluid (“sweating”) at the piston rod seal is
not a reason for replacing a shock absorber. An oil sweating
shock absorber is acceptable under the following conditions: |
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| Fluid seepage (as shown in the shaded part of the
illustration) is visible, but the fluid is dull and possibly
dried by dust. |
| The fluid seepage extends only from the top shock absorber
seal (piston rod oil seal) down to the bottom spring plate
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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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Headlight washer system pump -V11-
Removing and installing
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2 -
Sealing grommet
Renew if damaged.
3 -
Washer fluid reservoir
Removing and in ...
Symbols in the roof
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Buttons for interior and reading lights .
Switch for the electric panorama sliding/tilting roof
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Ashtray in the drink holder
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Fig. 123 Removable ashtray
To use, place the removable ashtray in one of the drink holders in the front
centre console or in the rear centre armrest .
Opening and closing the ashtray
To open, lift the ashtray ...
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Noises from shock absorbers