Diagnosis And Testing - Shock Assembly (Front)
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- Inspect for damaged or broken coil springs. See Fig 1.
- Inspect for torn or damaged shock absorber dust boots. See Fig 1.
- Lift the dust boot and inspect the shock absorber for evidence of fluid running from the upper end of fluid reservoir. (Actual leakage will be a stream of fluid running down the side and dripping off the lower end of the shock absorber). A slight amount of seepage between the shock absorber rod and the seal is not unusual and does not affect performance of the shock absorber. Also inspect jounce bumpers for signs of damage or deterioration. See Fig 1.
| 1 - UPPER SPRING SEAT |
| 2 - DUST BOOT |
| 3 - SHOCK ABSORBER |
| 4 - COIL SPRING |