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Rattling noise from shock absorber

Rattling noise from shock absorber

Fault symptom

Rattling noise from front shock absorber when driving on an uneven surface at speeds below 20 km/h.

Conditions

Rattling noise from front shock absorber when driving on an uneven surface at speeds below 20 km/h. The noise comes from inside the shock absorber when the piston is at dead centre position.

Procedure

Replace both MacPherson struts and the springs, see MacPherson strut, dismantling and assembling.

Note

The lower spring mounting of the MacPherson strut has been changed and accordingly the spring must also be replaced.