When to take action on a leaking strut?
Typically, during every inspection a good mechanic will look at them, but if there are no leaks, and everything seems OK with them, then no further action is taken. This is, of course, just my opinion. Think of it like this: You walk up to your car in a parking lot, and glance at your car.
Is it urgent to replace a car strut?
All you would see are some damp streaks on the unit itself when the car is raised. Don’t expect to see any symptoms just by kneeling down to inspect. Initial leaks are very small and don’t really affect functionality of the unit. That’s why we suggest that a replacement (if actually warranted) is not urgent.
What to do if your Subaru struts are leaking?
In any case, there is no reason to go to a Subaru dealership for this repair. When you are ready, visit the independent repair shops and ask for a quote. Also, you may not need to replace all four struts. Maybe you only need to replace a single pair. Ask to see which one (s) are leaking. Need a part?Save money while supporting CarTalk.
What should the fuse look like on Mercedes Benz air suspension?
Procedures are similar for other Mercedes-Benz with air suspension, but the location of the relay and fuse may change. In this S-Class W220, the air compressor motor /pump is protected by Fuse 32, which is a MaxiFuse 40 Amp. Here is what a good fuse should look like.
Why is oil leaking from my shock strut?
Every strut and shock contains oil. Over time the shock’s piston seal can wear slightly, allowing some oil to “weep” past the piston seal. This leaking strut or shock will have a small moist area on the exterior of the unit down from the piston seal area.
What causes the corner of a Mercedes Benz to sag?
Per MB, it is normal for the car to sag after a couple of weeks given the design of the valve blocks. If a corner sags after only a few days, then you should be concerned. 2) The valve block is not making a good seal, allowing fluid to escape out of the strut and return to the reservoir, (most likely).
Is there a recall on the Toyota S55?
s55 -replaced a switch in ABC, drained ABC and happening again now in front. Dealership said it would probably happen again and that this is a known problem with a repair memo out but has no recall.
Procedures are similar for other Mercedes-Benz with air suspension, but the location of the relay and fuse may change. In this S-Class W220, the air compressor motor /pump is protected by Fuse 32, which is a MaxiFuse 40 Amp. Here is what a good fuse should look like.