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 ...
Other materials:
Adapters for setting up purging circuits
The following table contains the various adapters that are
necessary to connect the air conditioner service station to the
refrigerant circuit for purposes of purging and to bridge the
removed reservoir or collector and expansion valve
(vehicle-specific) ...
Removing and installing mounting bracket, LHD vehicles
Remove dash panel end cover on driver side
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70.
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Remove footwell cover on driver side
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.68.
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Checking condensation drainage
Checking
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Remove right centre console trim in footwell
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.68.
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Carefully fold back floor covering in area of condensation
drain hose so ...
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