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Only in the rarest of cases shock absorbers are the fault for
noises.
3.3
Shock Absorbers, Checking when Re‐
moved
Defective shock absorbers are noticeable when driving due to
loud rumbling noises - a result of wheel hopping - especially on
poor stretches of road. Moreover, they can be recognized by a
large loss of oil.
Note
Shock absorbers are maintenance-free, shock absorber oil can‐
not be topped off.
A removed shock absorber can be checked by hand as follows:
– Push the shock absorber together by hand.
• Piston rod must move with even resistance throughout entire
stroke and without jerking.
– Release piston rods.
• For shock absorbers with sufficient gas pressure, piston rod
returns to initial position automatically.
Note
♦
If this is not the case, the shock absorber must be replaced.
As long as there is no large loss of oil, the mode of operation
corresponds to that of a conventional shock absorber.
♦
The damping function is also completely available without gas
pressure, as long as there is no large loss of oil. However,
noise may increase.
3.4
Steering Gear
To perform a problem-free and successful steering gear repair,
extreme caution and cleanliness, as well as properly functioning
tools are an important requirement. Understandably, general
safety guidelines apply when performing repairs.
A series of applicable general notes for individual repair proce‐
dures - otherwise listed several times at many points in the repair
manual - has been collected here. They apply for this repair man‐
ual.
♦ Thoroughly clean connecting points and their surrounding
areas before loosening.
♦ When installing steering gear, make sure centering sleeves
are correctly seated between console and steering gear.
♦ Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover to prevent
contamination. Use foils and paper. Only use lint-free cloths!
♦ Install clean parts only: remove the replacement part from its
packaging just before installing it.
♦ Use exclusively lubricants and sealants marked with part num‐
bers.
Golf 2015 ➤ , Golf Variant 2015 ➤
Suspension, Wheels, Steering - Edition 03.2016
3. Repair Information
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