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Shock Absorbers - Usage Identification Chart

87porsche03

Subject: Shock Absorbers - M.Y. 1987
Model

All
Group

4
Part Identifier

4090 4293
Number

8702
February 13, 1987



Below is a chart for shock absorbers used for the 1987 Model Year.
Visible differences between pressureless and gas pressure shock absorbers are:

- A removed pressureless shock absorber will remain in any position.

- A gas pressure shock absorber will move against the upper stop.



Below is a chart for shock absorbers used for the 1987 Model Year.
Visible differences between pressureless and gas pressure shock absorbers are:

- A removed pressureless shock absorber will remain in any position.

- A gas pressure shock absorber will move against the upper stop.