Shock Absorbers, Checking On Shock Tester: Notes
NOTE:
Shock absorbers can be checked while installed using the shock tester (shock absorber testing device). The damping effect can be evaluated based on the dial reading or print-out.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Boge shock tester or
- Sachs shock tester V.A.G 1975 or
- Maha shock absorber tester VAS 1990
NOTE:
- Temperature +10 to +40 °C.
- Driver in vehicle.
- The vehicle is stationary.
- Tire pressure OK.
- Drive vehicle straight onto center of wheel contact plates.
- Front wheels in straight position.
- Parking not engaged, foot brake not activated.
- The ignition is switched on.
- On vehicles with Audi magnetic ride (AMR) - electronically controlled damping, test mode is active.