Pinpoint Test C: Damper STICKOUT Test
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- C1: DAMPER STICKOUT TEST
- Remove the suspension strut assembly.
Refer to: Front Shock Absorber (Front Suspension, Removal And Installation), or Rear Shock/Absorber (Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
- Remove the spring
- Remove the bump stop
- Push the damper piston fully into the damper tube
- Measure and record the stickout dimension (the distance between the damper tube cap and the piston rod shoulder)
Is the stickout dimension greater than 12.0mm?
- Yes : Damper unserviceable. Install a new suspension damper. Enclose a record of the stickout dimension with the returned part.
- No : Damper serviceable. Re-assemble and re-install the suspension strut
- Remove the suspension strut assembly.
For further suspension related diagnostic information, refer to the relevant diagnosis and testing service information.
Refer to: Suspension System (General Information, Diagnosis and Testing).