Oil Leakage Inspection

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If oil (A) does not extend beyond the spring seat (B) or upper half (C) of strut/shock absorber (1), this is slight oil seepage and the strut/shock absorber should not be replaced.

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If oil (A) does extend beyond the spring seat (B) or upper half (C) of strut/shock absorber (1) as shown, perform the following.

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- Use a finger to touch the oil that has extended beyond the spring seat or upper half of strut/shock absorber.
- If the oil layer is thick and contains large pieces of dust and debris, replace the strut/shock absorber.
- If the oil layer is thin and does not contain large pieces of dust and debris, do not replace the strut/shock absorber.

NOTE: If strut/shock absorber leakage is diagnosed in one strut/shock absorber, do not automatically replace both sides. Replace only the leaking strut/shock absorber.