Suspension strut, servicing: Notes

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Spring Compressor Kit V.A.G 1752

GW00002837

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Spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1
Spring mounting tool V.A.G 1752/2
Spring holder V.A.G 1752/4
Spring holder V.A.G 1752/6

Fig 2: Shock Absorber Set T10001

GW00002725

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Shock absorber set T10001/3
Shock absorber set T10001/4
Shock absorber set T10001/7
Shock absorber set T10001/11

Assembly overview

Fig 3: Suspension Strut Assembly Overview

GW00019791

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1 - Collar nut, 50 Nm

Always replace

2 - Strut mounting

3 - Washer

4 - Mounting bracket

Installed location Mounting bracket location

5 - Coil spring

Removing Coil spring, removing and Coil spring, removing
Installing Coil spring, installing
Note different vehicle versions, see vehicle data plate. Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)

6 - Additional spring

7 - Protective sleeve

8 - Protective cap

9 - Lower spring support

10 - Lower spring seat

Installed location Lower suspension strut installation location

11 - Strut

Replacing Strut, replacing
Note different vehicle versions, see vehicle data plate. Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
Faulty strut must be vented and emptied before disposal → Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements