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Shock Absorbers, Leaking






Shock Absorbers, Leaking

Shock absorbers are frequently rejected and exchanged because of leaks. Examinations on the test stand and on the vehicle have shown that the replacement of a large number of rejected shock absorbers was not justified.

Slight leaking of oil ("sweating") at piston rod seal is no reason to replace a shock absorber. A shock absorber damp with oil is OK under the following circumstances:

Oil leak (shown screened in illustration) is visible, but dull, matte and possibly dry from dust






Oil excretion extends from upper shock absorber connection (piston rod oil seal) no further than lower spring plate - arrow -