Audi 80 Quiz
Suspension and Steering

Shock Absorbers

In this manual: Suspension and Steering
Technical Description — 39Engines — 41Exhaust System — 13Cooling System — 28Fuel tank and fuel pump — 12Air Filter and Intake Ducts — 13Mono-Motronic Injection System — 18Digifant Injection System — 19KE-III-Jetronic Injection System — 35MPI and MPFI Injection Systems — 32Clutch — 11Transmission and Driveline — 21Suspension and Steering — 33Brake System — 41Anti-lock brake system — 8Wheels and Tires — 13Body Electrical System — 35Ignition System — 24Lighting — 14Signaling Devices — 7Instruments and Auxiliary Equipment — 54Heating and Ventilation — 7Body Components — 18Troubleshooting — 6Specifications — 13
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Tires and suspension springs absorb road shocks. Shock absorbers, however, must damp or reduce oscillations of the axles and body. Therefore, the designation "shock absorber" or "damper" is more accurate.

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