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Is my shock leaking
Hello everyone,
Is my shock leaking? Just noticed this today
Is the shock absorber or hydraulic cylinder?
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05-05-2021, 11:22 AM
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I would say yes based on the single picture you posted.
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05-05-2021, 11:24 AM
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Is my shock leaking
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I would say yes based on the single picture you posted.
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Is it the the shock absorber or the hydraulic cylinder? Shock absorber is $300, but hydraulic cylinder is like $1400 
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05-05-2021, 11:44 AM
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Looks like that strut is toast from what you show. Might be a KDSS leak but i'm betting on the strut.
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05-05-2021, 11:55 AM
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Is it the the shock absorber or the hydraulic cylinder? Shock absorber is $300, but hydraulic cylinder is like $1400
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It's your front strut. Looks like the fluid was running down from under the cover, and collect dirt on the lower rap at the perch. I don't see anything below the perch, and that would indicate that it came from above.
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05-05-2021, 12:25 PM
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Is my shock leaking
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Originally Posted by MStudt
It's your front strut. Looks like the fluid was running down from under the cover, and collect dirt on the lower rap at the perch. I don't see anything below the perch, and that would indicate that it came from above.
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Thanks Mike, what should I do at this point? Replace the driver side shock absorber? Is that all? Anything else that I need to be aware of? I
The part number is 48510-80499 for my car.
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05-05-2021, 12:45 PM
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@ amir_gh
your profile picture shows a 4Runner Limited model.
If the picture of your leak is from a Limited 4Runner, then you likely have the X-REAS suspension system.
Toyota 4-Runner X-REAS Shocks - Shockwarehouse.com
5th gen and XREAS system
X-reas
Xreas failure at 30k miles
5th Gen Limited X-REAS Leak - Options?
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05-05-2021, 01:43 PM
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I don't know anything about XREAS, but I do know KDSS would not show a leak like that on the coilover.
$300? for a shock? I replaced my fronts and they were $30.00 something each for OEM and i did it myself using methods found on here. Mine wasn't red though, so maybe the new runners have red shocks that cost more?
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05-05-2021, 03:52 PM
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I don't know anything about XREAS, but I do know KDSS would not show a leak like that on the coilover.
$300? for a shock? I replaced my fronts and they were $30.00 something each for OEM and i did it myself using methods found on here. Mine wasn't red though, so maybe the new runners have red shocks that cost more?
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Don’t know what he has.
Doesn’t look OEM, at least my 21 TRDOPR came with the same black Tokico shocks/coilovers as my previous 14 SR5P.
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05-05-2021, 04:09 PM
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Quote:
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$300? for a shock? I replaced my fronts and they were $30.00 something each for OEM and i did it myself using methods found on here. Mine wasn't red though, so maybe the new runners have red shocks that cost more?
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XRES are more expensive, and a bit different than what you have.
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Don’t know what he has.
Doesn’t look OEM, at least my 21 TRDOPR came with the same black Tokico shocks/coilovers as my previous 14 SR5P.
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Your's isn't a Limited so it won't be the same. Definitely OEM too.
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So can I just replace the leaking shock with a new one?
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05-05-2021, 06:29 PM
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So can I just replace the leaking shock with a new one?
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I think you first need to confirm that's the problem. If so, then yes, replace it.
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First - before you buy anything. Check if there are leaks anywhere else in your truck that are spilling to your shocks.
Second - Toyota assigns a 1through 5 leak-stage rating system. If its 3 or below they wont replace it. There has to be some logic to this. Therefore, have them assess and tell you what stage it is.
Third - If you do need to change it, you have two options. Replace with like-for-like XREAS system. OR Rip it out and lift it with kings and you will be at same cost, more clearance and longer lasting shocks. I know this because I had the dealer replace 2 XREAS systems. Its garbage for longevity.
Fourth - if I have my old XREAS for sale :P if you want to make an offer 
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Quote:
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I think you first need to confirm that's the problem. If so, then yes, replace it.
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You can't replace just one. They are all (all 4) hydraulically connected.
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