Front Suspension Strut, Servicing

III Servicing front suspension strut





Special tools and equipment

^ T10001 Special tools for struts/shock absorbers
^ VAG 1752/1 Suspension strut clamp
^ 3186 Socket insert 21 mm AF
^ VAG 1752/4 Spring retainer
^ 3424 Spreader tool





1. Hex self-locking nut, 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
^ Always replace each time after removing
2. Stop
3. Suspension strut turret
4. Hexnut, 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
5. Suspension strut mounting
6. Axial ball bearing
7. Bush
Only installed to vehicles with heavy duty suspension (PR No. 1 GB)
This PR No is entered on the vehicle data label in luggage compartment or service booklet
8. Spring plate
9. Coil spring
10. Self-locking nut
^ 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.) and turn 90° further
^ Always replace each time after removing
11. Hex bolt, 10 Nm (7.4 ft. lbs.)
12. Bracket
13. Heat shield
14. Hex bolt
^ Always replace each time after removing
^ The point on the hex bolt must point in normal direction of travel
15. Clamp
16. Wheel bearing housing
17. Self-locking nut
^ 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
^ Never less than 90°
^ Turning angle tolerance 90° to 120°
^ Always replace each time after removing
18. Clamp
19. Coupling rod
20. Shock absorber
^ Can be replaced individually
^ Disposal
^ Special Information Suspension. Wheels Brakes Steering No. 2
^ Checking shock absorber for leaks and noises
21. Buffer stop
22. Protective sleeve