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 ...
Other materials:
Overview of fitting locations – central locking
1 -
Coupling station
Fitting location: right A-pillar
To separate connections, release bellows at pillar
2 -
Onboard supply control unit -J519-
Location: Under dash panel on driver side
Removing
→ Electrical syste ...
Assembly overview - cylinder block, gearbox end
Note
For assembly work, secure engine to engine and gearbox support
→ Chapter.
1 -
Bolt
Renew
60 Nm + 90°
2 -
Flywheel
Removing and installin ...
Vents
Fig. 184 In the dash panel: vents
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Vents
The vents should be left open to ensure that the vehicle interior is sufficiently
heated, ventilated and cooled.
Turn the relevant thumb wheel (magnified view) in the req ...
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Leaks at shock absorbers
Checking shock absorbers when removed