GTI V6-2.8L (BDF) (2002)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Assembly overview for shock absorbers on vehicles with front wheel drive
1. Gas-filled shock absorber
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Can be replaced individually
- Replacement Parts Supplier
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Disposal: observe environmental regulations
- Special Information Running gear No. 2
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Checking shock absorber for leaks and noises
Functional check
Press shock absorber together by hand. When doing this the piston rod must move over its complete length smoothly with even force.
When the shock absorber has sufficient gas pressure the piston rod returns to its original starting position.
If the piston rod does not return to its starting position and there is no loss of oil then the shock absorber is still OK.
2. Protective cap
3. Protective tube
4. Stop buffer
5. Shock absorber bushing
6. Self-locking hex nut, 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
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Replace each time after removing
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Removing, Refer to Fig. 1
7. Cover