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. |
| – |
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. |
|
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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Removing
Note
The core of the window slot outer seal is a metal insert.
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...
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Special tools and workshop equipment
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...
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Leaks at shock absorbers
Checking shock absorbers when removed