Suspension: 850: - Down on one side

ShadeTek · Jun 22nd, 2011, 12:54

MOT Very soon and I've noticed the rear of the car is down on the right hand side. Does anyone know if this an MOT fail if it is just the spring being tired and not broken?

JimDay · Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:30

Someone else had this problem a few weeks ago turned out to be the top shock mount had broken up got to be worth checking.

Luxobarge · Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:41

Extremely unlikely to be just one spring that's "tired" IMHO, I'd get under there and give it a good check, they'll fail it on anything broken up there.

ShadeTek · Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimDay

Someone else had this problem a few weeks ago turned out to be the top shock mount had broken up got to be worth checking.

Can I see the top mount without dismantling anything Jim? Or will I give it a shake and see what happens.

ShadeTek · Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:55

I found this helpful aid for removal.

http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/topic...ment-swap-850/

ShadeTek · Jun 22nd, 2011, 14:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimDay

Someone else had this problem a few weeks ago turned out to be the top shock mount had broken up got to be worth checking.

I've just thought about this comment you made Jim, surely the shock/damper will have no effect on the ride height unless the damper is seized itself. It's the spring and the spring mounts that dictate the height of the car?

JimDay · Jun 22nd, 2011, 15:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShadeTek

I've just thought about this comment you made Jim, surely the shock/damper will have no effect on the ride height unless the damper is seized itself. It's the spring and the spring mounts that dictate the height of the car?

Here you go Shade I thought the same as you at the time but if you have a read of this thread you'll see why I said what I did LOL

http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=125421

Surprised me too

ShadeTek · Jun 22nd, 2011, 16:01

...OK, I will have a look and see if mine is worn. I was in that area a year ago replacing the damper and I couldn't see any signs of wear, but, hey ho, always open to advice!

ShadeTek · Jun 23rd, 2011, 11:43

Didn't get a chance to have a look due to torrential rain, but here is what the symptom looks like:-

Matthews 855 T5 · Jun 23rd, 2011, 22:45

This article was crucial for me:

http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=46948

But broken springs do happen!

Matt

Jun 22nd, 2011, 12:54	#1
ShadeTek Premier Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 19:38 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Renfrewshire View Photos By: ShadeTek	Down on one side MOT Very soon and I've noticed the rear of the car is down on the right hand side. Does anyone know if this an MOT fail if it is just the spring being tired and not broken? __________________ Tek-Emo Villis Emo Bis V70 SE NAV 1.6 D2 2015MY POWERSHIFT, D4162T, 93000miles, RED. /VOL FCR/PEPER OBD2/Acron 9135 OBD2/L.E.D Flasher/VDASH/ANCEL BA301/Topdon Top Scan Last edited by ShadeTek; Jun 22nd, 2011 at 13:16.

Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:30	#2
JimDay Mad Murdoch Last Online: Feb 3rd, 2021 12:15 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hampshire View Photos By: JimDay	Someone else had this problem a few weeks ago turned out to be the top shock mount had broken up got to be worth checking. __________________ "If It Ain't Broke Don't Try To Fix It" Jim Day 1999 V70 2.5 T SE Auto "ME7" Caravan = 2003 Swift Charisma 550 4 Berth

Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:41	#3
Luxobarge Premier Member Last Online: Today 09:07 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Horne (Nr. Horley)	Extremely unlikely to be just one spring that's "tired" IMHO, I'd get under there and give it a good check, they'll fail it on anything broken up there. __________________ Some people are like Slinkies, they serve no useful purpose but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them downstairs.

Jun 22nd, 2011, 13:55	#5
ShadeTek Premier Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 19:38 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Renfrewshire View Photos By: ShadeTek	I found this helpful aid for removal. http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/topic...ment-swap-850/ __________________ Tek-Emo Villis Emo Bis V70 SE NAV 1.6 D2 2015MY POWERSHIFT, D4162T, 93000miles, RED. /VOL FCR/PEPER OBD2/Acron 9135 OBD2/L.E.D Flasher/VDASH/ANCEL BA301/Topdon Top Scan

Jun 22nd, 2011, 16:01	#8
ShadeTek Premier Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2024 19:38 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Renfrewshire View Photos By: ShadeTek	...OK, I will have a look and see if mine is worn. I was in that area a year ago replacing the damper and I couldn't see any signs of wear, but, hey ho, always open to advice! __________________ Tek-Emo Villis Emo Bis V70 SE NAV 1.6 D2 2015MY POWERSHIFT, D4162T, 93000miles, RED. /VOL FCR/PEPER OBD2/Acron 9135 OBD2/L.E.D Flasher/VDASH/ANCEL BA301/Topdon Top Scan

Jun 23rd, 2011, 22:45	#10
Matthews 855 T5 Master Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 06:02 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: York	This article was crucial for me: http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=46948 But broken springs do happen! Matt __________________ Get that kettle on!

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