Front Suspension Strut, Servicing

III Front suspension strut, servicing





Special tools and equipment
^ 3186 Socket insert 21 mm (827 inch) AF
^ 3424 Spreader tool
^ VAG 1332 Torque wrench
^ VAG 1752 Suspension strut clamp
^ T10001 Special tools for struts/shock absorbers





1. Self-locking nut
^ Always replace
^ 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
2. Stop
3. Suspension strut turret
4. Hex. nut
^ 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
5. Suspension strut mount
6. Axial ball bearing
7. Spring plate
8. Coil spring
^ Observe color coding
^ Outer surface of spring must not be damaged
9. Self-locking nut
^ Always replace
^ 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
^ Never less than 90°
^ Turning angle tolerance 90° to 120°
10. Wheel bearing housing
11. Hex. bolt
^ Always replace
12. Shock absorber
^ Can be replaced individually
^ Disposal

- Special information; Suspension. Wheels Brakes Steering No. 2; Environmentally acceptable and economical disposable of oil-filled components

^ Checking shock absorber for leaks and noises
13. Bump stop
14. Protective sleeve