Quick answer
Shock Absorber Leaking: the most common causes are shock absorber shaft seal worn — oil bypasses seal and weeps down the body, shock absorber shaft bent from severe pothole impact — seal worn eccentrically, shock dust boot torn — dirt enters and accelerates seal wear. Metre Per Second (KPHB, Hyderabad) diagnoses the exact fault and repairs it same-day — typical work runs Free, with free pickup and drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty. Call +91 8555824915.
What causes Shock Absorber Leaking?
These are the faults we most often find behind this symptom on cars driven in Hyderabad's heat and stop-go traffic:
- Shock absorber shaft seal worn — oil bypasses seal and weeps down the body
- Shock absorber shaft bent from severe pothole impact — seal worn eccentrically
- Shock dust boot torn — dirt enters and accelerates seal wear
- High mileage — shock absorber oil/gas gradually depletes through normal wear
- Contaminated shock absorber oil from heat cycling
Repairs & indicative pricing (INR)
| Repair | Indicative price |
|---|---|
| Shock absorber inspection (free) | Free |
| Front shock absorber replacement (pair) | ₹5,000 – ₹16,000 |
| Rear shock absorber replacement (pair) | ₹4,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Shock + spring assembly replacement | ₹8,000 – ₹25,000 |
| Bump stop + dust boot replacement | ₹1,000 – ₹3,000 |
Final price depends on diagnosis. We share a written estimate before any work — no surprises. Free pickup & drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty.
Frequently asked questions
My shock absorber is wet with oil in Hyderabad — does it need immediate replacement?
Light oily film on the shock body (damp shock) is acceptable — it's normal lubrication weeping through the seal under normal pressure. A heavily wet shock with oil streaming down the body has a failed seal and needs replacement. Test the bounce: push down hard on each corner — a good shock should rebound once and stop. More than one bounce means the shock has lost damping. Metre Per Second replaces all shock brands including Gabriel, KYB, Monroe, Bilstein, and OEM.
Related car problems we fix in Hyderabad
Why Hyderabad drivers choose Metre Per Second
- Factory-grade diagnostics — we read the real fault, not just a generic code.
- Free pickup & drop across all of Hyderabad — KPHB, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Hitech City, Gachibowli, Banjara Hills, Secunderabad and more.
- 1-year unconditional warranty on parts and labour.
- Transparent, written estimates — typically 30–50% below authorised dealers.