S6 Wagon L5-2226cc 2.22L DOHC Turbo (AAN) (1995)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front
Front suspension strut, repairing
1. Cover
2. Bump stop
Note various types
3. Threaded cap with cover cap 240 Nm (177 ft lb)
Removing and installing - Fig. 6
4. Shock absorber shaft
When loosening or tightening, hold mounting nut with hex wrench
5. Shock absorber
S4/S6 models equipped with gas-filled shock absorbers
Can be replaced individually
Before disposing of removed gas-filled shock absorbers release gas pressure
Before replacing, note vehicle data plate to determine shock absorber type
Imprint on data plate indicates:
1RA = standard version;
1BE = sports version
Note: Vehicles with sports suspension are equipped with gas-filled shock absorbers.
Checking conventional shock absorbers (removed)
- Hold shock absorber upright.
- Check operation by extending and compressing by hand.
Resistance must be even and smooth over entire stroke
Shock absorbers that have been stored for a long period of time may need to be pumped several times.
Faulty shock absorbers make thumping noises while driving.
If shock absorbers are working properly, slight traces of oil on shock absorber do not necessarily mean it must be replaced. Too much oil lost will
result in a 'flat spot" during extension and compression.