Coil spring, removing

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Fig 1: Coil Spring, Removing/Installing

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Suspension strut, clamping in vise
Pretension coil spring using spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1 and spring holder V.A.G 1752/4 until upper suspension strut is free.

Fig 2: Ensuring Correct Seating Of Coil Spring In Spring Holder V.A.G 1752/4

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Coil spring, removing

When doing so, ensure correct seating of coil spring in spring holder V.A.G 1752/4 - arrow -.

Fig 1: Coil Spring, Removing/Installing

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Remove collar nut from piston rod with special tools T10001/3 , T10001/11 and T10001/7.
Remove individual components of suspension strut and pretension coil spring using spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1.