Thought this may be of interest.
I noticed a small LHM leak from the near side rear suspension ram bellows today.
On investigation, it seems that the metal brace under the ram was bent.
I am 99% sure that was not the case before the MOT test.
Not able to see the car while being tested I think the tester must use this area to jack up the rear of the car.
To remove the bend in the metal bracing plate, I used a metal angle with a bolt and washer that just goes through the existing hole, and tightened the nut, till the plate was straight again.
May be a good idea to check this area after your MOT test, as this has happened twice now.
Damage to Rear Ram Bellows
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Thats a bit unfortunate, luckily my mot tester uses a 4 post lift & i know exactly where he lifts the car up from & its not as per your's above. You mention that this has happened before, was that at the same mot station?
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Mulley Wrote:
Was that at the same mot station?
Was the same MOT station, but a different tester
Update:
Phoned GSF. not available - Doh.
So phoned local Citroen Dealer, he asked for my phone number in case of any problems.
So, in the light of this, had a go at repairing the hole and a split in the return line stub using a combination of silicon sealant, bicycle puncture repair patch and super glue.
Holding fine at the moment!!!
Phoned the dealer. boot was in.....£9.53 inc VAT....Made in France.
Part Number 95577323
Was that at the same mot station?
Was the same MOT station, but a different tester
Update:
Phoned GSF. not available - Doh.
So phoned local Citroen Dealer, he asked for my phone number in case of any problems.
So, in the light of this, had a go at repairing the hole and a split in the return line stub using a combination of silicon sealant, bicycle puncture repair patch and super glue.
Holding fine at the moment!!!
Phoned the dealer. boot was in.....£9.53 inc VAT....Made in France.
Part Number 95577323
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