I just bit the bullet and switched out all the old rubber connectors with new and checked all fittings for cleanliness and tightness, Replaced leaking pods and actuators and have been trouble free so far.
It was worth the peace of mind not to mention proper vehicle operation to git 'er done.

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1981 240D 143k 4 spd manual -SOLD

2004 VW Jetta TDI 5 speed 300k -still driven daily