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Rear shock problem

posted by  someone claiming to be Jim Quigley on  Thu Apr 19 14:10 CST 2001 [RELATED]

I bought a used 1996 850 a couple of weeks ago. Last night on the way home I heard an awful clunking sound from the left rear suspension. Upon inspection, it appears that the lower housing of the left rear shock absorber has separated from the rest of the shock and is moving freely inside the spring. Several questions come to mind:

1. Is this dangerous or just annoying?

2. Is it expensive?

3. Is this common and does it indicate any particular type of abuse the car has been subjected to?

4. What are my options for replacement?

96-850; 2000 S80 T6





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