Spring, Removing And Installing: Notes

Special tools and workshop equipment required

WARNING:

Before removing and installing the coil spring the Spring Tensioning System VAS6274 with the Spring Tensioning System - Audi Set VAS6274/10 must be retrofitted.
Retrofit the Spring Tensioning System VAS6274 with the Spring Tensioning System - Audi Set VAS6274/10. Refer to Spring Tensioning System VAS6274, CONVERTING .

NOTE:

The rest of the tools from the Spring Tensioning System - Audi Set VAS6274/10 are needed later in the procedure.

Fig 1: Identifying Tools From VAS 6274/10

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Spring Tensioning System - Audi Set - Thrust Plate with Swivel Bearing VAS6274/10-1
Spring Tensioning System - Audi Set - Thrust Plate with Securing Plate VAS6274/10-2
Locking Device Bolts
Spring Tensioning System - Audi Set - Spindle VAS6274/10-4
Sleeve