Pinpoint Test A: Shock Absorber Fluid Leak Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Jaguar XE and 2017 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

TEST CONDITIONS

DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS

A1: ASSESS LEAK

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.