Subframe Bracket
Subframe Bracket
Observe safety precautions.
• On this vehicle for example, replacement of the subframe retaining bracket is described for the front left retaining bracket. Work procedure must be transferred to the other 3 retaining brackets accordingly as necessary.
• Due to the different types of steel and material strength, use only welding equipment approved by Volkswagen to perform any service work.
• For a list of welding equipment and body tools approved by Volkswagen, refer to ServiceNet.
Removing
- Separate the original connection.
- Remove residual material.
Installing
• Use only welding equipment approved by Volkswagen.
Preparing New Parts
New part
• Front subframe retaining bracket (replacement part identification: retaining bracket mounting frame)
- Drill holes with a 8 mm diameter for a gas shielded arc plug weld seam.
Welding
- Fit new part to vehicle standing on alignment bracket set and secure.
- Weld in new part, gas-shielded arc plug weld seam and gas-shielded arc continuous weld seam.