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SACHS: Changing shock absorbersThe shock absorber, which is also called the vibration damper, is mainly responsible for safety and driving comfort. Find out in this workshop tip when to change shock absorbers, and how to correctly install new ones. General note Our useful tips provide only an overview. The installation instructions and operating instructions provided by the vehicle … |
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SACHS: Procedure for cleaning the contact surfacesRough engine running and noises when starting or switching off the engine are in some cases too quickly associated with a possible dual-mass flywheel (DMF) defect. Often though the cause of these faults can be found in an unexpected place – in the vehicle electrical system. In this workshop tip we look at this issue … |
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SACHS: Procedure for cleaning the contact surfacesRough engine running and noises when starting or switching off the engine are in some cases too quickly associated with a possible dual-mass flywheel (DMF) defect. Often though the cause of these faults can be found in an unexpected place – in the vehicle electrical system. In this workshop tip we look at this issue … |
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Sachs ZMS Modul DMF KitsSachs, leading supplier of driveline and chassis technology, explains how its ZMS Modul Range is simplifying the sourcing and fitting of DMFs. These kits contain all of the parts required for a clutch and dual-mass flywheel (DMF) renewal on a variety of vehicles. Manufactured by Sachs, each ZMS Modul kit contains the clutch cover, clutch … |
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Spotting defective shock absorbersAccidents or serious installation errors can cause impact damage to shock absorbers. It is therefore advisable to look for damage to car axles and damper attachments and to carry out professional wheel alignment. The ramifications of defective shock absorbers include various negative effects on vehicle handling and safety. That is why competent damage evaluation and … |
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Checking the DMFDEFECTIVE DUAL-MASS FLYWHEEL? PLEASE CHECK ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND GROUND POINTS FIRST. Before removing the DMF unnecessarily, you should also consider contaminated or corroded ground contacts, contact resistors on the electrical connections in the starter and generator electrical circuit as well as problems with the battery (insufficiently charged, damaged or defective) as a failure cause. … |
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Sachs Workshop Tips: Leaking Shock AbsorbersWhen are dampers leaky? Apparently leaking shocks often don’t indicate a defect, but are absolutely tight and functioning properly. A certain amount of “perspiration” is completely normal, and even necessary to lubricate the piston rod seal. Therefore never assess the dampers after driving in the rain. When you check them, they must be dry. Here … |
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Sachs: tip bleeding hydraulic clutch actuation systemPreventing malfunctions of the clutch actuation system by bleeding it correctly Even though the electrification of vehicle components is progressing inexorably – the electric power steering system just being one example – especially three components continue to be actuated hydraulically: the brake, the hydraulic or electrohydraulic steering system and the hydraulic clutch actuation system. What … |
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SACHS recommendation: Replacing defective suspension springsChassis springs – together with shock absorbers and spring strut support bearings – fulfill decisive safety and comfort functions. We therefore recommend regularly checking the component and, in the event of corrosion, cracks or breaks, replacing it. Defective springs negatively affect the vehicle handling and road safety: They extend the braking distance because they can … |
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SACHS useful tip: Replacing CDC dampers.Early in 2012, the twelve millionth CDC damper for passenger cars since the start of production in 1994 left the line at ZF Friedrichshafen AG’s Schweinfurt location. Ride comfort and dynamics More and more automotive manufacturers opt for the continuously variable damping system called Continuous Damping Control (CDC) in their vehicles. It permanently monitors influencing … |
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