Skoda OCTAVIA Workshop Manual page 58

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Front Suspension
Inspecting shock absorbers
K Leaks at shock absorbers
A slight oil leakage (sweating) at the gasket of
the piston rod is not a reason for replacing the
shock absorber.
If an oil stain is visible (but mat, possibly dry
because of dust) and does not spread any fur-
ther than from the top shock absorber closure
(piston rod seal) to the bottom spring retainer
(arrow), the shock absorber is regarded as be-
ing in proper order.
Note:
A slight outflow of oil is advantageous as this
lubricates the seal and thus increases the serv-
ice life. This applies both to the front and rear
shock absorbers.
Noises at shock absorbers
We have reason to point out that, if a complaint
is received regarding noise, the shock absorb-
ers are too often regarded as a source of the
noise.
Note:
When dealing with complaints which can be in-
terpreted as a rumbling or snapping noise, it is
essential to first of all carry out a road test to-
gether with the customer in order to find out
where, when and how the noises exist (this is
best done on a dry road surface with bumps).
OCTAVIA
Edition 10.98
S00.5103.54.20