31 90 ... Troubleshooting shock absorber

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 31 90 ... Troubleshooting shock absorber
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Fault Cause Remedy
Wheel knocking (bottoming) Auxiliary spring faulty Visually inspect auxiliary spring for cracking, replace auxiliary spring 
AWD only: Visually inspect support ring for damage
Shock absorber leaking (oil/gas) Replace shock absorber  
Rattling noise shock absorber  mounting loose Tighten shock absorber  
Support bearing faulty/hardened Replace support bearing 
Shock absorber leaking (gas/oil) Replace shock absorber  
Worn down areas (flattened areas) on tyre profile Shock absorber leaking (gas/oil) Replace shock absorber  
Long after-swinging of body after driving over rough road Shock absorber leaking (insufficient shock absorber effect) Replace shock absorber  
Building-up of body in case of successive uneven surfaces Shock absorber leaking (insufficient shock absorber effect) Replace shock absorber  
Wheels jumping even on normal road surfaces Shock absorber leaking (insufficient shock absorber effect) Replace shock absorber  
Whistling noises Separating skin in vent holes of auxiliary spring Remove separating skin
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