Pinpoint Test A: Shock Absorber Fluid Leak Diagnosis
- A1: ASSESS LEAK NOTE:
- Residual oil left over from the damper assembly process may create oil staining on the damper tube. This will not affect the function of the damper.
- Slight seepage is considered normal.
- Assess the extent of the oil leakage
Is the leakage serious enough to indicate that the damper seal has failed?
Yes: GO to PINPOINT TEST B .
No: Shock absorber not faulty, do not renew.